3 Ears Indigenous film festival

This second annual 3 Ears Indigenous Film Festival honours Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The name “Three Ears” is derived from a quote in Jody Wilson-Raybould’s book True Reconciliation: How to Be a Force for Change:

“Patience and trust are essential for preparing to listen to stories. Listening involves more than just using the auditory sense. Listening encompasses visualizing the characters and their actions and letting the emotions surface. Some say we should listen with three ears: two on our head and one in our heart.”

The films programmed for the festival support the film society’s mandates to prioritize anti-racism, inclusivity and equity in our programming and organization; and to engage with Tla’amin Nation in the ongoing process of decolonization and reconciliation.

The films provide an opportunity for the settler community to learn about the multi-generational harm of colonialism. For our Indigenous audience, the stories told celebrate the strength and rich culture of their people.