Self-representation is critical to dismantling stereotypes our programs introduce audiences to authentic storytelling that reflects diverse perspectives often overlooked in mainstream for-profit media.
“Haudenosaunee filmmaking is emerging in a way that is becoming more into the public awareness of who we are as people, how we speak, what we look like.” – Terry Jones, co-creator, curator, and host.
This unique short film screening program brings WNY Indigenous and non-Indigenous community members together to connect and celebrate Indigenous storytelling in film/video. HMSFP screens 12-15 short films, up to five minutes in duration, created by Haudenosaunee emerging and professional filmmakers from youth to adult.
HMSFP creates a safe and welcoming space for Haudenosaunee artists and community members where they are seen, heard, and respected. All programming, design, messaging, and marketing decisions for this program are made together.
“Full circle is what Ukrainians want for their country: to go through challenges and come out on the other side better and stronger. Safe and free. And have the pre-war topics return to the surface again, becoming the most critical agenda like as in times of peace. – Anastasia Kirii, Program Curator
This 52-minute short film program begins pre-war stories of day-to-day Ukrainian life, continues with the rough and unbelievable reality of war told from different perspectives, and ends with rebirth, starting the loop all over.
Saturday, April 5th, 11:00 AM – Buffalo and Erie County’s Downtown Central Library
Spark Micro-Short Film Festival, entering its 6th year in 2025, celebrates the skill, artistry, and impactful storytelling possible through films 5 minutes long and under by culturally diverse local and international adults and youth.
Submissions are open to films up to 5 minutes long (before credits) and under. Submissions are accepted through FilmFreeway only.
View brilliant micro-short films anytime for free. Drawn from Spark Micro-Short Film Festival winners, finalists, and official selections from 2019-2023, our channel offers bite size ving of brilliant and impactful short films by diverse international creators.
