A documentary about the creation of the Totem Poles for the Tsulquate Big House.

A conversation with the filmmaker’s grandfather about his connection to fishing.

An animated film exploring the childhood of the filmmaker’s grandmother.

A doc about the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xwWomen’s Song and how it came to be.

A fictional, present day story about an untrained Hamatsa and how a Thunderbird intervenes.

A personal exploration into oral tradition.

A personal film about the need and rewards of being true to oneself.

A mini-doc exploring the Kwak’wala language and the people who speak it.

A thoughtful discussion about how to approach life as an artist/carver.

Mini-doc interviewing residents about old and new Quatsino, a community on North Vancouver Island, BC.

An epic animated tale - an exerpt of a Kwakiutl legend.

A mini-documentary exploring creativity, family and an artists’ life.

A personal documentary about how culture, and in particular dancing and drumming, can lift the spirit and enhance one's life.

An incredibly brave and personal story about going down a bad path as a young person, but then, inspired by culture, choosing a more positive and productive route.

An experimental documentary exploring connectedness to the Tsulquate reserve, the homelands and family.

An homage to the filmmaker’s grandfather and his attachment to his Gwa’sala culture and his encouragement for his granddaughters' own interest and practice in their culture as well. 

An adapted and animated version of The Kwakwaka'wakw Legend: The Dzunuk’wa, who is a sleepy monster who steals children who are out late at night.

This filmmaker bravely and poetically reflects on the effects from having a disappointing & unavailable father figure as a role model and care-giver. Although hard hitting and honest, this film also provides hope for youth in the same position.

This documentary explores addiction and depression in the indigenous community. Personal experience is shared and hope is given to those who choose a healthier and more cultural path!

A suspenseful short that has a sceptical hotel clerk come into contact with the supernatural spirit of the Kwakwaka'wakw: The Bakwas.

A short doc about the filmmaker’s mother who is the empathetic employee at the homeless shelter in Port Hardy BC.

Two filmmakers interview their Grandfathers to find out what going to St. Michael's Residential School (In Alert Bay) was like.

A magical animation that celebrates the carver.

A wonderful film that celebrates an important 'Nakwaxda’xw ceremony for young girls as they move into adulthood!

Although this film educates the viewer about the shameful Potlatch Ban of 1884-1950 it also manages to look toward the future with positivity.

Tsulquate, a remote water side reserve has hope for a Big House to be built. An uplifting film celebrating the ability to practice culture on your own terms within your own community.

Cutting edge documentary that incorporates animation to tell the hard realities of a residential school survivor and father of the filmmaker.

A grandaughter interviews her grandmother about the Kwakwaka'wakw language.
Translated by Ema Child.

A young dancer interviews her grandmother to learn more about the history of her culture and get advice.

An interview with a grandmother reveals a suspenseful true story with a surprising end.

In her own words this filmmaker explains what happened to her people, the Gwa'sala, in 1964 when they were relocated along with the 'Nakwaxda'xw people. She wants to help others understand the whole story.

An abstracted look at the indigenous fishing culture.

Inspired by the video game meme of "choosing your own adventure", this video explores the ideas around culture and heritage and the choice to embrace or not...and the subsequent outcomes.

This filmmaker wanted to celebrate the lighter side of living and not dwell on sad stories of the past. For this he interviewed his grandmother to learn what she did for fun.

A behind the scenes look at the Eke Me-Xi Community School filmmaking workshop in Tsulquate.