We Don't Need a Map

This documentary explores the complex relationship between Indigenous peoples and the land through the lens of contemporary Indigenous art. It follows artists who are challenging colonial narratives and asserting their identity and connection to country. The film showcases how art becomes a powerful tool for cultural survival, resistance, and self-determination.

We Don't Need a Map was lauded for its powerful portrayal of Indigenous perspectives and its celebration of contemporary art as a form of resistance. Critics highlighted its poignant storytelling and the vital importance of the voices and experiences it amplified. Audiences connected with its emotional depth and the artists' resilience.

• Praised for its insightful exploration of Indigenous identity and land connection.

• Celebrated for showcasing contemporary Indigenous art as a powerful form of cultural resistance.

• Commended for its authentic and moving portrayal of artists reclaiming their narratives.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly praised 'We Don't Need a Map' for its authentic storytelling and its powerful message about Indigenous resilience and the importance of art. Many found the film deeply moving and educational, highlighting the strength and creativity of the featured artists.

Won Best Documentary at the imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival and received a nomination for Best Feature Documentary at the Canadian Screen Awards.

The film's title, 'We Don't Need a Map,' is a metaphor for Indigenous peoples forging their own paths and reclaiming their own understandings of territory and identity, rather than relying on colonial impositions.