Celebrating Indigenous Filmmaking February 16–22, 2025, in Seattle, WA Seattle, WA – Daybreak Star Radio is proud to announce the first annual Winter Indigenous Film Showcase, a week-long Indigenous storytelling celebration, from February 16th through 22nd, 2025, at the Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center. This free-to-attend event will feature an incredible lineup of films that… Read More »First Annual Winter Indigenous Film Showcase
11:00 AM – MURU (The Raid) Virtual Q&A with Cliff Curtis & Tearepa Kahi following the screening. Inspired by true events, MURU follows Police Sergeant ‘Taffy’ Tawharau (Cliff Curtis) as he faces a moral dilemma during a government-led armed raid on his Ruatoki community. 1 hour 44 minutes FREE!!!
2:00 PM – Short Film Blocks A collection of diverse short films by Indigenous filmmakers, showcasing powerful stories and creative artistry. FREE!!! Short Films include: I Was Never The Siren… Read More »Winter Film Showcase – Short Film Blocks
Standing Above the Clouds Film WHEN A MASSIVE THIRTY METER TELESCOPE IS PROPOSED TO BE BUILT ON MAUNA KEA, AN UPRISING OF KIAʻI (PROTECTORS) IN HAWAIʻI AND AROUND THE WORLD… Read More »Winter Film Showcase – Standing Above the Clouds
6:00 PM – Short Film Block (18+) An edgy and bold selection of short films for mature audiences, pushing the boundaries of storytelling and creativity. This screening is limited to… Read More »Winter Indigenous Film Showcase – 18+ Shorts Block
5:00 PM – Short Film Block A lineup of compelling short films by Indigenous creators, offering unique perspectives and narratives. Short Films include: Standing Above The Clouds - follows Native… Read More »Winter Indigenous Film Showcase – Shorts Block
7:30 PM – WaaPaKe Dr. Jules Arita Koostachin’s deeply personal documentary explores the silence and resilience of residential school Survivors through truth, freedom, and power. For generations, the suffering of… Read More »Winter Indigenous Film – Film WaaPaKe
5:00 PM – Spirit Rangers This animated series by Karissa Valencia follows Native American siblings Kodiak, Summer, and Eddy Skycedar, who secretly become Spirit Rangers to protect the land and its spirits. Virtual Q&A with Karissa Valencia following the screening.
7:00 PM – Indian Road Trip Two Native con-artists are tasked with driving a cranky elder across the reserve, only to encounter supernatural forces trying to disrupt their journey. Cost: FREE!!! When: 2/18/25 Time: 5pm to 9pm Where: Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center 5011 Bernie Whitebear Way, Seattle, WA 98199 in Discovery Park
5:00 PM – Short Film Block 3 Short Films Include: HAAGUA - a new short film featuring a cast of surfers representing 13 tribal nations, traces the roots of a new generation that includes Andy Nieblas (Acjachemen), David Flores Ramos (Nahua), and Kaliko Kahoonei (Hawaiian). Cleanings A Cakewalk - (Navajo Language Short) An imaginative and independent young boy,… Read More »Winter Indigenous Film Showcase DAY 4 – Short Blocks
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