IMAGINING THE INDIAN

IMAGINING THE INDIAN

Presented in partnership with TSN 1260 

Directed by Aviva Kempner, Ben West | 95 min | USA

A timely and comprehensive examination of the movement to eradicate the words, images, and gestures many Native Americans and their allies find demeaning and offensive, Imaging the Indian takes a deep dive into the issues through archival footage and interviews with those involved in the fight. The psychological research is clear; the use of Native American mascots is detrimental, not only to Native people but to marginalized groups everywhere.

Preceded by the short film: ELLE

Directed by John Watson | 3 min | Canada

Indigenous international fashion model, Elle, in conversation.