AWARD WINNERS:
Best Film: Muskie Man
Best Direction: Echoes of the Ice (Indigenous Geographic)
Best Story: Reduce, Reuse, Ruminate
Best Sound & Music: Retrocity
Best Cinematography: Shadow Boxing
Best Editing: Rounding the Corner
SEE THE LINEUP OF FILMS:
Echoes of the Ice (Indigenous Geographic), 19min.,
Directed by Matt LeMay
In Echoes of the Ice, Inuk filmmaker & Indigenous Geographic Co-founder Crystal Martin embarks on a journey to Iqaluit during late spring to delve into contemporary Inuit life and the profound impacts of climate change. From sharing a traditional meal with family to traveling with Inuit hunters to the iconic floe edge—a hub for traditional hunting and community connection—Crystal experiences firsthand the challenges and resilience of Arctic life.
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http://www.indigenousgeographic.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/indigenous.geographic/
Retrocity, 6min., Canada
Directed by Jude Dauphin
A city lost in the past has to overcome its nostalgia to meet the needs of a modern community.
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https://www.instagram.com/retrocityfilm/
Shadow Boxing, 6min., Canada
Directed by Arwen Saleah Mercado
Shadow Boxing follows Navreet Chadee’s empowering journey as she confronts her inner shadows of self-doubt. This uplifting tale of an MMA fighter exceeds the rigorous training needed to enter the ring; It shows the strong mindset and determination of a young woman who is committed to her goals. By delving into the life of the girl behind the fighter, Shadow Boxing illuminates the heart of a true warrior, showcasing her courage and resilience long before she enters the ring.
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https://www.bftv-docs.com/2024-fighter-spirit.html
https://www.instagram.com/shadowboxingdoc/
Rounding the Corner, 11min., Canada
Directed by Quinn O’Connor
“Rounding the Corner” follows the motivational story of former Olympic sprinter, Molly Killingbeck, and her devastating setback at the 1988 Olympics. She recounts the event that marked a turning point in her life, and the end of her career as an athlete. Years later, she returns to the track as a coach, using her experience and unshakable resilience to inspire a new generation of athletes.
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Muskie Man, 25min., Canada
Directed by Michael Delmonte
Celebrated as an authority in the world of muskie fishing, Larry Ramsell now finds himself estranged from the tight-knit community of Hayward, Wisconsin—the so-called Muskie Capital of the World.
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Reduce, Reuse, Ruminate, 15min. Canada
Directed by Sarah Wray
In Canada, 58% of the food we produce is wasted. Food waste is a problem that needs to be examined and tackled at every link in the supply chain, from farmers to retailers and consumers. Reducing food waste can help save money, improve food security, support efficiency in the agriculture and food sector, and significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. In Canada, emissions from municipal landfills represents the second largest source of methane, after fossil fuels.
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