Weengushk Film Institute Shorts
Discover the creative voices of Weengushk Film Institute students through short films produced over the years. Each film reflects the passion, skills, and storytelling power developed in our programs, showcasing the next generation of Indigenous and diverse filmmakers.
Directed by: Presley Meawasige
Set in a remotereserve, Raining Sisters followsthe journey of two sisters, Bajaand Vee, after the untimely deathof their late brother, Red. In orderto properly lay him to rest, theymust venture into a dark forest.Baja must relearn how to trackwhen Vee suddenly goes missing,while also avoiding the monstrousbeing that lurks in the woods sheonce loved.
RAINING SISTERS
Directed by: Kaylee LeBreton
Haunted by the loss of her daughter, Bella struggles with grief, guilt, and inner demons that push her toward the edge. Isolated and consumed by despair, she finds herself at a crossroads between surrender and the faint possibility of healing.
BELLA
Directed by: Jasmine Jacko
Seventeen-year-old Keaton escapes the chaos of her broken home through music, clinging to her dream of becoming a pianist. When an opportunity arises to compete, she must find the courage to defy the voices of doubt around her—and within—to discover her own strength and future.
TREBLE
Directed by: Brian Fowler
After a night of reckless gambling, Johnny finds himself deep in debt to a dangerous mobster. As his world unravels, he must navigate loyalty, survival, and the high stakes of chance before the odds finally catch up to him.
VENTURE IN WAGER
Directed by: Emily Savage
Olive, a quiet young woman, hides a dark double life. When she discovers her friend’s new coworker may be a predator, her obsession with protecting those she loves spirals into violence, blurring the line between justice and madness.
AMBIVALENT
Directed by: Matthew Manitowabi
Matthew Manitowabi’s music video blends powerful storytelling with striking visuals rooted in his Anishinaabe identity. Through evocative lyrics and imagery, the video captures themes of resilience, spirit, and connection to land, creating an unforgettable artistic statement that bridges tradition and contemporary sound.
