Reel Injun Directed by Neil Diamond Cree filmmaker Neil Diamond examines the portrayal of North American Indigenous people throughout a century of cinema. The film is a loving look at cinema through the eyes of the people who appeared in its very first flickering images and have survived to tell their stories in their own […]
Sweet Summer Pow Wow Directed by Darrell Dennis Jinny, torn between her mother’s expectations and her love for contemporary dance, meets Riley, a troubled boy escaping his abusive home, on the Pow Wow circuit. Together, they find a brief but transformative escape through a summer of love. — This screening is part of the Victoria […]
Saints and Warriors Directed by Patrick Shannon Set against the backdrop of the 2024 All Native Basketball Tournament and the battle for Indigenous sovereignty, Saints and Warriors captures a story of resilience, brotherhood, and the unbreakable spirit of Haida Gwaii. — This screening is part of the Victoria Film Festival’s second annual F1RST: A Celebration […]