Unsettling the Lens: Indigenous Film Series | Ninan Auassat: We the Children
Schedule
Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 06:30 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Nanaimo Art Gallery | Nanaimo, BC
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Told entirely from a child’s perspective, 'Ninan Auassat: We, the Children' is a powerful and immersive documentary that reveals the dreams of a new generation ready to take flight. Renowned for her intimate and compelling films, director Kim O’Bomsawin takes us deep into the world of Indigenous youth, capturing the stories of children from the Atikamekw, Eeyou Cree and Innu Nations over a period of more than six years. Without adult narration or expert commentary, the film offers an unfiltered look at childhood as it unfolds, from everyday life to defining moments on the path to adulthood. It’s a bold cinematic statement—one that gives space to a generation eager to be heard. Their voices ring out, not just as personal stories, but as a call to action, demanding recognition and the chance to thrive on their own terms.Unsettling the Lens is curated by Indigenous Engagement Coordinator bailey macabre and in partnership with the National Film Board of Canada.
Free Admission – Donations welcomed. Popcorn and drinks are available for purchase. All proceeds go directly to Indigenous Programming at Nanaimo Art Gallery.
Registration is recommended; seating is limited but not guaranteed to be available at the door: https://nanaimoartgallery.ca/shop/programs/adults/unsettling-the-lens-indigenous-film-series-ninan-auassat-we-the-children/
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Nanaimo Art Gallery, 150 Commercial St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5G6, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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