Ninan Auassat: We, the Children

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Ninan Auassat: We, the Children is a groundbreaking documentary that offers an honest insight into the lives of Indigenous youth from the Atikamekw, Eeyou Cree, and Innu Nations, told completely from their own perspective.

The documentary highlights the dreams, struggles, and daily lives of a new generation of Indigenous youth determined to preserve their culture while navigating the challenges of modern life. Director Kim O’Bomsawin spent six years filming the youths, allowing them to speak freely. They bike, fish, and hope for a future rooted in their communities. From sibling bonds to personal ambitions, their stories unfold naturally, blending joyful moments with honest reflections on intergenerational trauma, identity, and resilience.

With stunning cinematography and a focus on youth empowerment, this film champions Indigenous children and their right to thrive. The award-winning film by one of the leading Indigenous filmmakers today is both a touching portrayal of cultural heritage and a testament to the strength found in the next generation.

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Kim O’Bomsawin is a writer, film director, and human rights activist specifically for Indigenous women in Canada and the U.S. O'Bomsawin is of Abenaki origin, which is a First Nation in Quebec, Canada. She is considered a leading Indigenous filmmaker.

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2024 3500 km de sentiers partagés
2020 Call Me Human
2018 Quiet Killing

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Tuesday 14. january

Kl 10:45
Intro + Q&A
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Thursday 16. january

Kl 15:30
Fokus 4

Friday 17. january

Kl 22:15
Fokus 2 (Bonordsalen)

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