Rebellious Spirit: International Indigenous Short Films

Recent work by indigenous filmmakers that tie together the disparate and richly textured films though messages of rebellion and tradition juxtaposed with visions for the future, spectral visitations, ecological justice, and the interplay between personal introspection and fantastical worldbuilding. This showcase offered global Indigenous perspectives with the message that Indigenous cultures have not been extinguished or erased but are thriving. Curated by Bird Runningwater, former Director of Sundance Institute’s Indigenous Program, who has worked to build an Indigenous Film and Television presence for 25 years, championing Indigenous storytellers and creating representation of Indigenous peoples globally.