This hybrid feature documentary is based on the performance of James Luna, who toured a performance piece called ISHI: The Archive Performance reflecting on Ishi's story and the impact of colonization that exists today. This screening is supported by York University.

In Inky Pinky Ponky, co-directors Damon Fepulea’i and Ramon Te Wake form a portrait of hope, pride, and persistence in the face of intolerance. Anchored on a magnetic performance by Faletau-Prescott, Te Wake and Fepulea’i bring us into Lisa’s world, a reality of pain and joy, and show that the latter will always win out.

What does it mean to be Indigenous when you are away from home? You Know Who You Are explores connection to country and identity as diasporic Indigenous peoples across the great ocean of the Pacific. Films included: Babanil, Belonging, Plastic - A love letter to the estranged, Pasifika Drift, and The Mainland.This is a free NON-TICKETED event! Spots are first come first serve so arrive early!

Since her sister’s disappearance, Jax has cared for her niece Roki by scraping by on the Seneca-Cayuga Reservation in Oklahoma. What begins as a search gradually turns into a far deeper investigation into the complexities and contradictions of Indigenous women moving through a colonized world and at the mercy of a failed justice system.Industry Screenings are only open to badge holders. Industry screenings are first come, first served and cannot be reserved in advance.

Industry Days Lounge is open during Industry Days from Wednesday, October 18 - Saturday, October 21 at 11:00 AM ET - 4:30 PM ET in The Commons, at 401 Richmond St. The Industry Days Lounge space is open to Festival Pass Holders and will have wifi, light snacks and refreshments.

Industry Days starts off with good morning message presented by imagineNATIVE Institute coordinator Bliss to welcome Industry Days Delegates to day 1 of Industry Days. The good morning message will highlight the various offerings presented throughout the day.This is a free NON-TICKETED event! Spots are first come first serve so arrive early!

The "Only You: An Animated Shorts Collection" is the result of the Max x WBD Access Animated Shorts Program, launched to provide animators from underrepresented communities with resources to develop their original animated short films. Join filmmakers from the program as they reflect on their journey from creation to distribution.

The imagineNATIVE Originals program showcases the creations of up-and-coming filmmakers, developed through imagineNATIVE Institutes' commissioned mentorships and continuous year-round support.

Join us for the 24th annual imagineNATIVE Awards Presentation, hosted by the one and only, Michaella Montana. Featuring special performances from Sebastian Gaskin and more!