The fact that you finished AND filmed it the way you did is freaking amaze balls. This is Netflix level filming and you deserve at least a million followers

you truly captured the spirit of the class of 2023, especially for those of us who went through the Sierra in a continuous northbound direction. thank you for your work. I’m sure it was probably an extra few miles (at least) of walking back and forth (especially over snow or lava rocks…!) to get some of those shots. incredible cinematography and absolutely poetic narration - so impressive since it’s not even your native language. I cried from not even two minutes in and so many memories flooded back to me at seeing so many of the same landscapes and places on trail - even things as little as seeing a shot of the corner of the Mt. Shasta laundromat where I changed behind my hiking partners holding up a tarp as a curtain, or the bench at Belden where I waited for a shower token, and especially the signatures at Lions Den, where I spotted my own in your shot. I think it’s so incredible for all of us to have such specific memories on such a long trail - how much everything is seared into our memories, and how you were able to capture it. you have included so many little details that only a PCT hiker could recognize (I am thinking of the shot of a stack of Seiad Valley pancakes, or the view from the shuttle in Stehekin, or the Parking sign just after Crater Lake when the alternate rejoins the PCT). I am so impressed with your Sierra shots; those days were hard enough without having to also freeze fingers off to capture some of those pre-dawn moments or walk ahead for a good shot of the team in the dark. and so many river crossings on logs - what a reminder. you captured the exact shots of the moments where I remember first seeing San Jacinto and the Sierra too, which were incredibly emotional for me. the part after Glen Pass where you talk about postholing is where I was injured/evacuated due to a postholing accident. also - I met the Dutch guy you show here (Rob) talking about San Jacinto at the Paradise Valley Cafe! he was staying at Richard’s while I was healing there :) too bad we never met while you passed through Idyllwild, I don’t know where I overtook you later! I loved how you used shots again from earlier in the doc towards the end when describing how you reflected on your own memories, as if jogging the memory of your viewers as well. spectacular work. I’ll be watching this again and again, and sending it to every hiker and trail angel and all my friends. can’t wait to watch your CDT adventure & good luck! “I kept going…” iconic, from this first line. amazing. p.s. seeing Lotto in this makes me feel like I know a famous person! - Stitches, class of ‘23

I don’t understand how this amazing film doesn’t have millions of views. I can’t really explain it but this film moved me to my core. So mesmerizing.

All I can add is that the script is excellent, and his accent adds to the drama. I cannot imagine the effort; the commitment was inspiring. Thank you!

Perhaps the most cinematic self-filmed thru hiking documentary ever

What an incredible gem of a hiking movie! This should be on Netflix.

the quality is insane, it is criminal that you only have 300 subscribers. Greatest appreciation. A work of art.

Of all of the thru hiking videos that I consume, the visual quality of this one is head and shoulders above them. It is simply stunning. I didn’t think the beauty of the PCT could actually be captured, but you have been the most successful at trying. Pair that with an amazing story with great pacing and intrigue from the environmental obstacles and you have made a masterpiece.

Oh man, the cinematography and the storytelling are through the roof. I can't imagine what you had to go through to bring back these images.

This is the best PCT film I've ever seen, I've never been able to finish any of them. Great job!!!

Stunning film and so inspirational! Thank you!!

I'm 79 and have hiked different sections of the Pac Crest Trail over my life. You did a great job. Thank you for the reminders of many things from years ago in my earlier life. Very uplifting and humbling. Congratulations on succeeding in your quest. Beautiful.

Extraordinary... A gift to be able to "see" the hike through your eyes. Well Done....

This is absolutely the best PCT film I've ever watched!

How it's even possible that this video doesn't have at least 1million views yet? Come on world, open your eyes! Brother - that isn't an ordinary yt video - that's a world class masterpiece and a real feast for the senses. I stopped doing everything I was doing (and I'm at work, so you'll have to explain yourself to my clients) and was sitting with mouth wide open like a child! I need to work some, then I'll watch it again!

You are a beautiful storyteller and film maker. Stunning journey.

Incroyable. La qualité du montage, le rythme, la narration, la colo. Un travail colossale. Bravo.

WOW. Just. WOW. I just finished the 675 m hike all alone, from Lisbon, Portugal to Santiago de Compostela, Spain, but want/NEED to hike the PCT. Your documentary scares and inspires me. I'll be 60 in August 2024

This is one of the best videos about the hike that I have seen in a kwhile. Well done. My thru hikes were in 2021 and 2022. I especially enjoyed the scenkes of the Sierra. In 22 it was considered a low snow year when I entered on May 4th. I have been fascinated by the determination and toughness of the hikers that had to deal with historic snow in that section. There were times on my hikes when the scenery brought tears. This is the only doc which has been able to make me do that agian.

I've seen dozens of PCT videos but this is a masterpiece. The cinematography, the music, the editing, perfect. On the last day on the PCT, I was moved like I was there too. Thank you

Good doc. I did the Mount Everest trek by myself midwinter in '76.

As a thru hiker who films, I completely understand the level of effort, skill and dedication gone towards making this film possible. Amazing. Thank you! Edited perfectly as well.

This is absolutely magnificent. It should be projected in movie theaters and it surpasses 99% of recent content on any streaming platforms. Incredible. I'll watch it again.

Re-living this experience through your film was such a gift. It made me want to get out there again. Thank you for capturing and sharing this magic, Titouan.

An absolute masterpiece in every definition of the word. The storytelling, narration, compositions, color grading and sound are married together in a beautiful compilation. Knowing how difficult so many of these shots were to capture while enduring a hike of this length is beyond words. This was as inspiring as it gets as a fellow hiker and photographer. Bravo.

"Soon, it was time to go dance with the unknown." - Simply a masterpiece. Incredible documentary of the PCT.

Waouh waouh waouh ! Paps and I don't find others words to tell you how much we are proud of you Son ! With deeply and truly love ++++++

This is amazing, thank you for sharing your journey. The cinematography and narration are exceptional. Simply beautiful.

That was much more than I could have hoped for... Thank you for taking me too.

Beautiful and poetic, this is a very memorable PCT video. Bravo!

This is a spectacular documentary absolutely fabulous everyone in the world should be able to view it xxxlove and respect to all concerned xx❤️❤️❤️

Epic. Love the poetry of your writing/narration. Beautiful

“To prove that I can be the best version of myself when feeling at my worst…” So powerful! Amazing narration and filmography! Thank you for the movie. It is a great inspiration. All the best on your CDT adventure😉

im only a quarter of the way thru..... the way it was filmed and storytelling is top notch. amazing. keep it up.

You got it spot on Yeehaw. I’m going to watch this so many times, the best of memories ❤️ - Twigs

Thru hike documentaries are my favorite! So excited for this Update: that was absolutely beautiful and I'm sobbing

Stunning and beautiful Congratulations to all 2023 hikers ❤

The best I've ever seen. I begin on 1 March. I've been waiting for 15 yeas for the journey to begin. I've been waiting most of my life to imitate Peter Jenkins.

Utterly incredible. The cinematography, narration, music selection and pure natural beauty of the PCT really makes this one of the best outdoors videos I've watched on youtube! The whole thing felt like a warm hug. Makes me want to get out and try to do something like this. My longest hike so far has only been 2 weeks.

Bravo! this brought back so many memories! i attempted a thru hike in 1998. it was the first el nino year. we got snowed on in the desert which led to hypothermia, saw wildflowers that hadn't bloomed in over 100 years, but they weren't letting anyone through the Sierra's due to conditions and snow pack. We flew to WA then came to Canada to flip flop. I had a fall that ended my hiking not too long after. Watching this was bittersweet indeed and so heartwarming. What I endured to save my life is what gets me through life when challenged. If I could do that and endure that, then I can face any challenge and know I can do hard things. Love the way this was filmed and presented. Thank you. And just gotta say wow things have sure changed gear wise and gadget wise since 1998! Cell phones weren't even a thing back then lol. the filming of this by the way is spectacular. so well done and next level quality. Blessings to you on your journey...

What an incredibly beautiful and moving video. Your narration and cinematography transports those of us who will never hike the PCT into the whole experience - mind, body and soul. Thank you!

Masterclass. À regarder encore et encore.

Incredible work. I feel this really captured the beauty and experience of the PCT in 2023. Thank you- I really appreciated seeing this. Quaking Leaf

This is one of the best videos about the hike that I have seen in a while. Well done. My thru hikes were in 2021 and 2022. I especially enjoyed the scenes of the Sierra. In 22 it was considered a low snow year when I entered on May 4th. I have been fascinated by the determination and toughness of the hikers that had to deal with historic snow in that section. There were times on my hikes when the scenery brought tears. This is the only doc which has been able to make me do that agian.

excellent, tout en poésie pour une aventure hors du commun, félicitations pour ce magnifique document

Man oh man, Titouan. I'm only 11:30 in and I have to comment and applaud. The effort gone into this is insane. It's making my heart swell in fond memories of 2019. I hiked until South Lake Tahoe and then called it a day. This year I'll return and carry on. Your film is the perfect watch.

This was excellent. Wow.

Beautiful!

Amazing. I didn’t think anyone would tackle Sierras with the massive snowfall. Really enjoyed your journey and impressions. ❤

An absolute triumphant of a thru-hike documentary. Bravo!!! Many thanks for creating it, and best of luck to you on the CDT. Be safe and stay strong. Jack NYC

Comments about the winter of 2023 here are understated - it was a once in a century level of snow that year, making it one of the toughest PCT summers in a long long time.

Inspirational. Thank you for your dedication, creativity and for sharing.

Absolument incroyable!! Parfait, émotionnellement chargé, musicalement et visuellement imposant! Quelle beau film. Merci!!!!

It was so incredible to share the trail with you. Thank you for this film that perfectly encapsulates this incredible experience. Till we share the dirt path again! - Neopolitan

great discovery!!!!!

Excellent. Especially the end with the view of your feet as you approached the N. Terminus.

What a great video! And kudos to a tough 2023 Sierra thru! Your video brings back memories and inspires me.

Incredible journey and bravo to you and the class of 2023! Uplifting wonderful storytelling of courage, conviction, commitment and community. Inspired me to plan my own adventure in my own country ❤

Thank you for sharing your journey

amazing... class of 2024. wish me luck :) "time to live"

Such an inspirational film with great cinematography.

Beautiful. Congrats. Thank you for sharing.

I'm speechless! I came to know about the PCT back in 2020 or something and i looked up a few videos about the experiences of hikers. I was mesmerized by the landscape and the peace this whole "trail provides" . This movie gave me that nostalgic feeling i had back in 2020. This was so nicely produced, its very hard to believe this was all done without a professional filming crew. The music goes perfectly with the scenes and adds to the warmth of your calm voice. The way you narrated your whole experience was pretty engaging as well, i wish i was watching this in a big movie theatre to amplify my experience. Its crazy to imagine the amount of efforts that you must've put in to compile so much content in the best possible story! I wish you the best. Thank you for existing. Your work is a piece of art.

Merci pour ce partage, une nature incroyable des rencontres merveilleuses et aussi un récit sur soi-même et la solitude et le bonheur et la peine. Bravo bravo bravo

Fantastic film Yeehaw, brought back plenty of great memories - Brolly (PCT '23)

Siesta du Québec ici. Merci pour ces doux souvenirs de la PCT 2023 ❤

Absolutely beautiful documentary. I loved every moment. Thank you for this gift. With gratitude 🙏 💙

I don't drink and I don't do drugs, but I'm pretty sure I watched this awesome movie yesterday already. Struggling here 😅

This is a masterpiece. On every aspects. What a journey. Thank you. Hope a new one is planned... Can't wait : )

BRAVO!!! BRAVO!!!

Fantastic story and cinematography! This is inspiring to watch to motivate those who want to get out and have an adventure.

Absolutely beautiful, thank you for taking me back

absolutely a cinematic masterpiece. beautiful work and story!

Just amazing !!!! No words 😌

Extremely proud for YOU! Great video of PCT! TY!

Just a wonderful film !

This is one of the best documentaries of a thru hike I've ever seen. You captured the beauty and splendor and harshness and anxiety and joy of thru hiking in extreme conditions so well. The bit at the end about when you said you did what you set out to do "I lived" made me tear up, because that was exactly how I felt when I completed the AT after a first failed attempt, and after some major life changes had happened during my hike. "Part of the journey is the end... Memories come flashing by... memories of people... of moments... forever etched in my mind." Well done 👏 The person you are at the beginning of a thru hike is not the same person at the end.

Incroyable performance, c'est beau et tellement dur aussi. Magnifique.

Beautiful and thank you for showing the beauty of this earth.

Great Film Yeehaw congratulations on your hike

Merci Titouan pour le partage de ton film, j’ai pris beaucoup de plaisir à le visionner. Mes félicitations pour l’accomplissement de ton aventure qui je suis sur, restera longtemps gravé dans tes souvenirs.

Best 2023 PCT documentary! Love your presentation.

Great cinematography and writing. Well done.

Magnifique video,quelle aventure !!! Bravo a toi Titouan

An epic journey; remarkable feat; daring spirit; stunning scenery; great narration

Moving adventure - story well told, visually.

This was a truly beautiful video, thank you for sharing all of the ups and downs of the wild life we choose on long distance trails.

Tres beau. L’un des plus beau reportage PCT que j’ai eu l’occasion de regarder (et j’en ai vu beaucoup). Bravo et très inspirant !

This should be on Netflix!

Wow. Wonderful visuals, a cinematic image ratio, cutting, colourgrading, voice-over, story-telling, the use of different focal lengths, the play with depth of field and especially the music too: All of this shows your total dedication to filmmaking. Thank you so much for taking us along. And holy smokes, these amounts of snow and water in the Sierras. That reminds me very much of alpine touring in the swiss alps (my home mountains). I wish you all the best for your CDT-Adventure. Austin Seder just released his CDT-Story from 2023 (Along the Way | Continental Divide Trail Documentary). He had also to deal with the large amounts of snow. And, Yeehaw, we are already very much looking forward to celebrate your 👑 👑 👑on Mount K. one day. Happy trails from Switzerland Michel aka Crosshair P.S.: Do you have a PCT-Playlist on Spotify?

How inspiring !

The cinematography is incredible! I'm absolutely blown away. It was as though your brought us right along the PCT with you. Congratulations on this film and for completing your PCT adventure.

Really good, thank you❤

Astonishing. This is everything. Not just the tale itself and the inspiration within, but the filmmaking, the crewing, the trip organisation. Chapeaux 👏

Beautiful beautiful footage. Thank you.

Wow.. thank you..❤️🙏🥳

Absolutely amazing film 🎥🏞️👌🏼

What an absolute treasure of a film. Gave me goosebumps in the end. Thank you for bringing us along. And congratulations to finishing PCT and for a great film.

Beau documentaire. Merci!

This is pure art 🙏💙 I can only imagine how hard it must have been to capture yourself along the trail at some points. So well done 🙏 Love the storytelling and the spirit of this movie. Now I want to pack my backpack and leave for an adventure! 🙌 As I said earlier - I would love to have an insight in how you shot this, the challenges of filming something like this alone while hiking and so on. Maybe a little talk video 😊