Haida (Skidegate Eagle Clan) and Cowichan Tribes film producer Rosie Johnnie-Mills of
House of Copper Films discusses what Indigenous Narrative Sovereignty means in
documentary filmmaking and how to put it into practice. She shares insights on
balancing authentic cultural representation with broader accessibility, navigating
protocols for incorporating traditional knowledge, and the specific barriers and
opportunities within industry funding structures. Learn what changes are needed to
truly support Indigenous self-determination in media creation, from collaboration
practices to cinematic techniques that center Indigenous agency and storytelling
control.
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