Question & answer session after festival screening with filmmakers from the July 17, 2025 festival at the Carlton Cinemas, in downtown Toronto, Canada.
Conversation with directors:
- Matt LeMay (Echoes of the Ice (Indigenous Geographic))
- Jude Dauphin (Retrocity)
- Arwen Saleah Mercado (Shadow Boxing)
- Quinn O’Connor (Rounding the Corner)
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.
Advertisement
https://edge.aditude.io/safeframe/1-1-1/html/container.html
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.
Advertisement
https://edge.aditude.io/safeframe/1-1-1/html/container.html
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.
https://edge.aditude.io/safeframe/1-1-1/html/container.html
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.
https://edge.aditude.io/safeframe/1-1-1/html/container.html
WILDsound Festival 