JOE BUFFALO | The New Yorker Documentary
Description :
Joe Buffalo is an Indigenous skateboarding legend. He’s also a survivor of Canada’s notorious Indian Residential School system. Following a traumatic childhood and decades of addiction, Joe must face his inner demons to realize his dream of turning pro.
Awards :
IDA Award Nomination, DOC NYC Shortlist, SXSW Audience Award, REGARD Jury & Audience Awards, Calgary Underground Jury & Audience Awards, NorthwestFest Best Canadian Short, Calgary International Audience Award, BendFilm Best Indigenous Short
Festivals :
SXSW, Tribeca, DOC NYC, REGARD, Indy Shorts, LA Shorts, etc.
Distribution Details :
The New Yorker
Credits :
Director & Editor Amar Chebib Writers Joe Buffalo & Amar Chebib Producers Hayley Morin, Mack Stannard, Amar Chebib Executive Producers Tony Hawk & Mohammad Gorjestani Cinematographer Liam Mitchell 1st AC Solomon Chiniquay Sound Design & Mix Matt Drake Post-Sound Mentee Kaitlyn Redcrow Colourist Sam Gilling
Production Company Luminus Films In Association With Even/Odd With the Participation of The Canada Council for the Arts Distributed by The New Yorker