Kijâtai-Alexandra Veillette-Cheezo

In this meditative self-portrait, the director films herself in the process of reclaiming her people’s language. As she learns, her wanderings around Montreal segue into a return to nature and traditional music.

A lyrical film ode to the odehimin or heart berry. A two-spirit Anishnaabe person finds themself in a dark place with their body. They undertake a healing journey, stating aloud their intentions and reconnecting with the land and the water for strength. As they get more in touch with their body and the beings around them, we begin to see them heal.