Block Six

United Arab Emerates 7 min
Ghariba & Ajeeb
In this story, the girl Ghariba embarks on a journey to find her friend Ajeeb and to find a way to cross a river guarded by a crocodile.

Canada 6 min
Tony D'Souza
Sudhir "Tony" D'Souza is a pediatrician living in London, Ontario. As he deals with kids and their serious mental health issues, Tony uses gardening to decompress. His plants are actually his kids and he feels they compel him to be a better man - and a better professional.

Canada 31 min
Red Barn Brewing: The Road to 5 Years
Red Barn Brewing opened its doors in July 2020 after years of dreaming, building, and planning. Opening a Craft Brewery during a pandemic was not the plan, however the community of Blenheim, Ontario rallied to make the opening a success.
At their 5 year anniversary, the founders and staff of Red Barn take a look back at the road that has lead to this important milestone, and the community that helped them get there.

Canada 4 min
Little Orange Bandages
An experimental short film presenting a spoken word performance by a young Indigenous person expressing their frustration with the lack of meaningful reconciliation.

Canada 1 hr 4 min
I Am Gitxsan
"I Am Gitxsan" follows Phoenix Apperloo, a recent high school graduate reconnecting with his Indigenous heritage in Hazelton, British Columbia, Canada. Inspired by encounters with residential school survivors, he writes a heartfelt letter to Prime Minister Trudeau about the injustices faced by his people.
The documentary highlights the impact of colonialism on the Gitxsan community, featuring insights from experts like Dr Gabor Maté and showcasing their resilience through protests and legal actions. It culminates with a moving message of hope and determination, emphasizing the power of the Gitxsan people's enduring spirit, the beauties of their culture, and their commitment to future generations.