Sacred Ink
Sacred Ink centers Indigenous tattoo artist Missy Mahan, who speaks on the reclamation of Indigenous tattoos and their vital role in cultural preservation.
Archives: Stories
A Metis Toy Story
A new Metis action figure must stop the battle between a Cowboy Teddy and an Indigenous wooden horse toy.
Tony
Tony Bryant (Navajo) reflects on his lessons learned from his youth, and how he used them to become a better version of himself.
Kin
Imagine a world where the mountain could speak, beckoning us to escape the bustling city and find solace in its pristine wilderness. KIN serves as a poignant metaphor for the disconnection between humanity and nature, reminding us of the healing power that nature possesses.
WÍICHKɄ PAA TUKWA PɄNI WɄNI (Stand, Looking Toward the Future)
Experimental, First time filmmaker, Native Lens Media Fellowship, Nature/Environment, Non-fiction, Youth
WÍICHKɄ PAA TUKWA PɄNI WɄNI (Stand, Looking Toward the Future) draws a parallel between the Ute Circle of Life and the Southern Ute practice of electing tribal royalty to act as young leaders for the tribe. As the colors and significance of each season mark the film’s chapters, the 2023-2024 Southern Ute Royalty speak on the value of preserving cultural traditions and serving as ambassadors for their people.
Cheating Ain’t Easy
A procrastinating college student decides to take a supernatural approach to studying right before a major test.
Hi, My Name is Lilliana
In her first film, Lilliana Rice addresses the complexities of working as a mixed race filmmaker and animator.