Reel Native: Indigenous Film and Television

Catalog description

Examines Indigenous film and television as dynamic expressions of Indigenous worldviews, aesthetics and histories. Through visual storytelling, Indigenous filmmakers and television creators engage with profound questions of identity, resilience, sovereignty and morality, offering powerful artistic and cultural perspectives. Students explore a diverse selection of films, television programs, digital media and critical readings to analyze how Indigenous artists represent their communities, challenge mainstream portrayals and reshape narratives of history and self-determination.