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WELCOMEWIFF2024

Celebrating Indigenous Storytelling and Resilience

OPENING NIGHT

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This evening promises a blend of cultural celebration, cinematic excellence, and valuable networking opportunities.
When
Jul 12, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Where
Little Current,
Aundeck Omni Kaning, 1300 ON-540, Little Current, ON P0P 1K0, Canada

WHAT TO WATCH

Feature Films and Presentations

  • Hey, Viktor!
    Hey, Viktor!
    Sat, Jul 13
    Little Current
    Jul 13, 2024, 3:30 p.m. – 5:50 p.m.
    Little Current, 66 Meredith St E, Little Current, ON P0P 1K0, Canada
    Jul 13, 2024, 3:30 p.m. – 5:50 p.m.
    Little Current, 66 Meredith St E, Little Current, ON P0P 1K0, Canada
    A struggling Indigenous actor tries to rejuvenate his career by getting a sequel made to the beloved film Smoke Signals, in star and director Cody Lightning’s wildly funny debut mockumentary.
  • BONES OF CROWS: Special Presentation
    BONES OF CROWS: Special Presentation
    Sat, Jul 13
    Little Current
    Jul 13, 2024, 1:00 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.
    Little Current, 66 Meredith St E, Little Current, ON P0P 1K0, Canada
    Jul 13, 2024, 1:00 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.
    Little Current, 66 Meredith St E, Little Current, ON P0P 1K0, Canada
    Bones of Crows is a psychological drama told through the eyes of Cree Matriarch, Aline Spears, as she survives Canada's residential school system to continue her family's generational fight in the face of systemic starvation, racism and sexual abuse.
  • Tautuktavuk (What We See)
    Tautuktavuk (What We See)
    Sat, Jul 13
    Little Current
    Jul 13, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
    Little Current, Aundeck Omni Kaning, 1300 ON-540, Little Current, ON P0P 1K0, Canada
    Jul 13, 2024, 12:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
    Little Current, Aundeck Omni Kaning, 1300 ON-540, Little Current, ON P0P 1K0, Canada
    An evocative, drawn-from-life tale from directors Carol Kunnuk and Lucy Tulugarjuk about two siblings’ attempts to heal and overcome trauma during the pandemic.

Documentaries

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Short Films

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Join us for a transformative journey of powerful films, cultural exchanges, and inspiring workshops at the Weengushk International Film Festival. Experience the rich tapestry of Indigenous culture through storytelling, music, and performances. Let's honor the warriors of residential schools and celebrate the creativity and strength of Indigenous voices from around the world.

WHERE


Venue 1: Four Directions Complex
1300 HWY 540 Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation, ON

Venue 2: Manitoulin Hotel and Conference Centre
66 Meredith St E, Little Current, ON

WHEN

 
JULY 12, 2024 - OPENING NIGHT
 
JULY 13, 2024 - FESTIVAL DAY
 
JULY 14, 2024 - RED CARPET AWARDS GALA

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