Friday , April 15 , 8:30pm
INNER HOBO
Amelia Merhar , Yukon , 3m , Experimental . This film uses stock footage as a medium to question what is considered standard experience , particularly in academic settings .
THINKING OF A PLACE
Devon Pennick-Reilly , Nova Scotia , 4m , Documentary The experience of climbing on a cold winter day on the coast of Nova Scotia is unique . What does exposing yourself to the elements teach you about life ? This film is not so much about the sport of climbing itself , but rather , it is a meditation on the art of being uncomfortable .
DIIYEGHAN NAII TAII TR ’ EEDAA ( WE WILL WALK THE TRAIL OF OUR ANCESTORS )
Princess Daazhraii Johnson , Alaska , 6m , Documentary A grandfather teaches his granddaughter , a young Gwich ’ in mother named Alisha , how reciprocity is embedded in all aspects of life . The northern lights warm the caribou ; the caribou helps feed and sustain the community ; the community honors the connections . Each element in nature is purposeful and related . In turn , these connections bring new meaning to Alisha and her wishes for her children and for all living beings .
MONDE GRIS
Jonathan Klynkramer , Yukon , 4m , Experimental Monde Gris is an experimental reflection on our cold , grey , lifeless world and the bleakness of existence constructed from aerial drone , digital video , handpainted 8mm and 16mm footage .
ABEO
Brenda López Zepeda , Quebec , 7m , Animation ABEO is a hard hitting mixed media animated short that depicts the journey of Nadia and Lupe , two immigrants who risked their lives to cross the Arizona desert in search for a better life .
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