The Basic Principles of SkiingThe Basic Principles of Skiingthumb_upthumb_downThe Basic Principles of SkiingJanuary 4, 1941Directed byOtto LangShot in 1941, this black-and-white instructional film (featuring actor Alan Ladd) serves as a veritable time capsule on the history of the sport, with advice on ski design, schussing, lacquer, wax and toe plates.US Last Updated: November 13, 2025 Request Update Cast