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SUMMARY:Shining Mountains Film Festival - Program 1
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM  1\nLakota Nation vs. United States chronicles the Lakota Indians’ quest to reclaim the Black Hills\, sacred land that was stolen in violation of treaty agreements. A searing\, timely portrait of resistance\, the film explores the ways America has ignored its debt to Indigenous communities\, and ponders what might be done today to repair the wrongs of the past. \nThe Shining Mountains Film Festival was started in 2019 to commemorate the 1st anniversary of the City of Aspen passing a resolution removing the celebration of Columbus Day and replacing it with Indigenous Peoples’ Day. \nThe purpose was: through films/documentaries produced\, and directed\, stories told by Native Americans – First Nations’ voices\, we would provide a platform to educate non-Indian communities about the true history\, genocide\, challenges\, and struggles as well as sharing the rich Native culture\, talents\, wisdom and traditional ways. Thus\, breaking the stereotypes\, and shining light on the reality of what has been done to the Indigenous Peoples since colonization\, the ongoing racism\, and systemic injustice.  In recognizing all the talents\, and positive and unique impacts that the Indigenous Peoples contribute to the world\, showing that a strong spiritual connection with Mother Earth and all beings leads to a balanced and harmonious world. Shining Mountains Film Festival showcases feature films and documentaries as well as shorts for two days at the iconic Wheeler Opera House in the heart of Aspen. \nThe festival opens with a Blessing Prayer by a Ute tribe member. We aim to bring as many film directors\, producers and talent for live Q & A after each screening. There is also a live dance performance exhibition and genuine Native art for sale in the lobby area. This is an award film festival with Best Long\, Best Short and Audience choice. \nPresented by the Aspen Indigenous Foundation
URL:https://wheeleroperahouse.com/event/shining-mountains-film-festival/
LOCATION:Wheeler Opera House\, 320 E Hyman Ave\, Aspen\, CO\, 81611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Documentary,Family,Film,Film Festival
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SUMMARY:Shining Mountains Film Festival - Program 2
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM TWO: Short Film Program includes the following films:\n\nThe Road is an award-winning short film starring the Indigenous girls of Stardale Women’s Group. It explores various themes pertaining to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls regarding the legacy and inter-generational impact of colonialism in Canada. These stories and experiences are shared through the lens of young women in on the prairies\, as they grow and exist in this space of fear\, loss\, and trauma. 14 min. + Q&A\nHealing of the Dragonfly. Meet Joe Pulliam\, an Oglala Lakota Sioux artist living in Rapid City in the state of South Dakota. Father of 4\, Joe Pulliam opened an art gallery exclusively with his work\, painting on ledgers inspired by his culture and traditional life. This documentary tells his story\, and his artistic journey from Pine Ridge reservation\, to his last exhibition in Rapid City\, SD. 13 min. + Q&A\nPaddle Tribal Waters: The First Descent of the Klamath River.\nWhen the largest dam removal in history begins\, a group of indigenous youth learn to whitewater kayak in hopes of becoming the first people to paddle the restored river from source-to-sea. As the young paddlers reconnect sections of the Klamath River that have not flowed freely for more than a century\, they use kayaking to galvanize a movement while reconciling a stolen history and building a future of hope and healing.\n9 min. + Q&A\nGames of the North. For thousands of years\, traditional Inuit sports have been vital for survival within the unforgiving Arctic. Acrobatic and explosive\, these ancestral games evolved to strengthen mind\, body and spirit within the community. Following four modern Inuit athletes reveals their unique relationship to the games as they compete across the North. As unprecedented change sweeps across their traditional lands\, their stories illuminate the importance of the games today. 27 min. + Q&A\nWaniyetu Wowapi. Welcome to the Cheyenne River Youth Project. Come with us into the heart of our circle\, where you’ll meet our kids\, parents\, elders\, artists\, and partners. You’ll discover why art is so central to Lakota culture. You’ll experience how we are reclaiming spaces in our community. You’ll learn how we are revitalizing our language\, ceremonies\, and life ways through our own contemporary version of the Winter Count. And\, you’ll share our joy as we bring to life our stories\, truths\, and messages for our people. 35 min. + Q&A\n\nThe Shining Mountains Film Festival was started in 2019 to commemorate the 1st anniversary of the City of Aspen passing a resolution removing the celebration of Columbus Day and replacing it with Indigenous Peoples’ Day. \nThe purpose was: through films/documentaries produced\, and directed\, stories told by Native Americans – First Nations’ voices\, we would provide a platform to educate non-Indian communities about the true history\, genocide\, challenges\, and struggles as well as sharing the rich Native culture\, talents\, wisdom and traditional ways. Thus\, breaking the stereotypes\, and shining light on the reality of what has been done to the Indigenous Peoples since colonization\, the ongoing racism\, and systemic injustice.  In recognizing all the talents\, and positive and unique impacts that the Indigenous Peoples contribute to the world\, showing that a strong spiritual connection with Mother Earth and all beings leads to a balanced and harmonious world. Shining Mountains Film Festival showcases feature films and documentaries as well as shorts for two days at the iconic Wheeler Opera House in the heart of Aspen. \nThe festival opens with a Blessing Prayer by a Ute tribe member. We aim to bring as many film directors\, producers and talent for live Q & A after each screening. There is also a live dance performance exhibition and genuine Native art for sale in the lobby area. This is an award film festival with Best Long\, Best Short and Audience choice. \nPresented by the Aspen Indigenous Foundation
URL:https://wheeleroperahouse.com/event/shining-mountains-film-festival-program-2/
LOCATION:Wheeler Opera House\, 320 E Hyman Ave\, Aspen\, CO\, 81611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Documentary,Family,Film,Film Festival
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SUMMARY:Shining Mountains Film Festival - Program 3
DESCRIPTION:PROGRAM 3 includes the following films:\nBefore the Sun. AITAMAAKO’TAMISSKAPI NATOSI. A thrilling portrait of a young Siksika woman and the deep bonds between her father and family in the golden plains of Blackfoot Territory as she prepares for one of the most dangerous horse races in the world…on bareback. A sport for the truly brave\, Logan Red Crow is an Indian Relay rider who vaults from horse to horse in short\, exhilarating races. She is a champion in the making -besides her skill and sheer grit\, Logan has a loving family\, an elite group of horses\, and a home on her ancestral lands. Those are invaluable\, but this rider will need more for victory. 89 min. + Q&A \nYazzie. Synopsis. A profile documentary that follows Larry Yazzie as he shares his upbringing in the Meskwaki Nation\, his rise as a celebrated fancy dancer\, and his work advocating for Native American culture. 13 min. + Q&A\nThe Shining Mountains Film Festival was started in 2019 to commemorate the 1st anniversary of the City of Aspen passing a resolution removing the celebration of Columbus Day and replacing it with Indigenous Peoples’ Day. \nThe purpose was: through films/documentaries produced\, and directed\, stories told by Native Americans – First Nations’ voices\, we would provide a platform to educate non-Indian communities about the true history\, genocide\, challenges\, and struggles as well as sharing the rich Native culture\, talents\, wisdom and traditional ways. Thus\, breaking the stereotypes\, and shining light on the reality of what has been done to the Indigenous Peoples since colonization\, the ongoing racism\, and systemic injustice.  In recognizing all the talents\, and positive and unique impacts that the Indigenous Peoples contribute to the world\, showing that a strong spiritual connection with Mother Earth and all beings leads to a balanced and harmonious world. Shining Mountains Film Festival showcases feature films and documentaries as well as shorts for two days at the iconic Wheeler Opera House in the heart of Aspen. \nThe festival opens with a Blessing Prayer by a Ute tribe member. We aim to bring as many film directors\, producers and talent for live Q & A after each screening. There is also a live dance performance exhibition and genuine Native art for sale in the lobby area. This is an award film festival with Best Long\, Best Short and Audience choice. \nPresented by the Aspen Indigenous Foundation
URL:https://wheeleroperahouse.com/event/shining-mountains-film-festival-program-3/
LOCATION:Wheeler Opera House\, 320 E Hyman Ave\, Aspen\, CO\, 81611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Documentary,Family,Film,Film Festival
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SUMMARY:Aspen Film & Wheeler Present A Give Back Screening of THE POLAR EXPRESS
DESCRIPTION:Aspen Film and the Wheeler are partnering to give back in December by presenting a screening of the modern holiday favorite THE POLAR EXPRESS. Admission to the film is free. In the spirit of the holidays\, attendees are asked to bring either a food or a toy donation for admittance. Paradise Bakery will provide free refreshments at the event. \nAs an extra special treat\, the Roaring Fork Youth Orchestra will open the event with a festive prelude of holiday tunes\, featuring seasonal classics from a variety of cultures and traditions. These talented young musicians may invite you to sing along for a tune or three as we fill the Wheeler with holiday spirit. \nThe Roaring Fork Youth Orchestra\, now in its 13th year as a local independent nonprofit in youth music education\, brings together young musicians from throughout the region to learn to play and perform together and aims to eliminate the barriers to musical study by offering scholarships for private lessons and tuition and loaning instruments to students free of charge.
URL:https://wheeleroperahouse.com/event/aspen-film-wheeler-present-a-give-back-screening-of-the-polar-express/
LOCATION:Wheeler Opera House\, 320 E Hyman Ave\, Aspen\, CO\, 81611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family,Film,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Changemaker Speaker Series | The Helmsman: Songs & Stories from the 7 Seas
DESCRIPTION:In a dynamic evening of adventure\, exploration\, imagery\, and music\, award-winning National Geographic photographer Andy Mann shares a behind-the-scenes look at some of the wildest places on our planet. As a founding member of SeaLegacy\, Andy sails the seven seas to tell the stories of our natural world\, in a quest to protect it. Aspen audiences will have the privilege of experiencing a brand-new version of Andy’s compelling presentations\, as Andy adds a live music touch to the evening\, featuring Andy and a dynamic band onstage. Drawing on classic folk troubadour traditions\, the quartet weaves in a delightfully warped\, salty sense of storytelling to original musical arrangements and stunning images from above and below the surface of the ocean. Joining Andy on stage is a renowned string band of multi-instrumentalists\, featuring Eli West\, Patrick M’Gonigle & Forest Marowitz. \nAndy Mann is a renowned photographer\, filmmaker\, Emmy-nominated\, and 12-time Telly Award winner driven by a deep passion for documenting and protecting the world’s marine environments. He has logged thousands of hours\, off all seven continents\, exploring the depths of our ocean to capture stunning visuals and raise awareness about the fragility of nature.
URL:https://wheeleroperahouse.com/event/changemaker-speaker-series-the-helmsman-songs-stories-from-the-7-seas/
LOCATION:Wheeler Opera House\, 320 E Hyman Ave\, Aspen\, CO\, 81611\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Music,Speaker
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