Screening: Indigenous Voices, Nosisim, Thirza Cuthand is an Indian Within the Meaning of the Indian Act, River of Silence
Date/Time: Mar 8 2018, 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Vancouver, Vancity Theatre | Event calendarAge: 19+
Cost: Free
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Shorts & Feature Programme + Q&A
Nosisim
Sonya Ballantyne, Manitoba, 11 mins
Canadian Premiere
A portrayal of discovery and connection, Sonya Ballantyne uses the documentary medium to explore the life of her late Cree grandmother, guided by the drawings of artist Daphne Odjig.
Thirza Cuthand is an Indian Within the Meaning of the Indian Act
Thirza Cuthand, Ontario, 9 mins
Contemplating mixed race identity in Canada, Cuthand’s film poses more questions than answers, as it situates the artist’s body in historical trauma and ongoing colonial survival. As a light skinned indigenous woman, Cuthand reiterates that racism and discrimination still happen for her, but in different ways.
River of Silence
Micheal Auger, BC, 92 mins
Canadian Premiere
Helen lives with her husband Nathan in present day Vancouver. They are forced to navigate the horror of their daughter going missing and found murdered. As the evidence begins to suggest a close connection between the killer and the community, a more troubling tale emerges. This film explores an important topic with depth and sensitivity.
Shorts Programme followed by Q&A.
*VIWIFF events on International Women’s Day are free, but booking ahead is recommended. Please note that because this film is a free screening, obtaining tickets does not guarantee entry. Seats will be allocated on the day of the event on a first come, first served basis.
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Vancouver International Women in Film Festival 2018 Events