In order to showcase the creativity of Indigenous artists and the importance of the issues they bring to light, the RIDM and Wapikoni Mobile are joining forces again this year to present three short films to be screened during the first part of the National Feature Competition. These works, which explore a myriad of themes using a variety of approaches, will provide an excellent opportunity to discover new voices and celebrate the colossal work carried out by Wapikoni Mobile since 2004.
Presented in collaboration with Wapikoni Mobile.
Wapikoni
In a visual exploration through multiple angles and perspectives, the multidisciplinary artist Catherine Boivin travels the road of personal reflection, following in her ancestors’ footsteps.
6 MINUTES/KM
- Catherine Boivin
- 2022
- Canada (Odanak)
- s.t. French or English
- 4 min
Wapikoni
An inspired and inspiring story dedicated to André-Charles, this short shows how boxing has helped to change his life and how his passion allows him to face challenges.
NIN KAMASHITSHET : CELUI QUI SE BAT
- André-Charles Ishpatao
- 2022
- Canada (Nutashkuan)
- s.t. French or English
- 6 min
Wapikoni
Turning her gaze toward her father, the filmmaker connects the W8linaktegw (Bécancour) River to the history of her nation and highlights its transformations over the years.
W8LINAKTEGW TA NIONA
- Myriam Landry
- 2022
- Canada (Quebec)
- s.t. French or English
- 8 min