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Nos fleurs en perles (Our Beaded Flowers)

A short animation documentary following a mother and daughter discovering their once hidden Indigenous heritage. Together, they share how they unlearned their generational shame and transformed it into love and pride for their culture.

  • Maxime Kornachuk
    Director
  • Maxime Kornachuk
    Writer
  • Maxime Kornachuk
    Producer
  • Agnès Cyr-LaCoste
    Key Cast
  • Monique LaCoste
    Key Cast
  • Maxime Kornachuk
    Key Cast
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Nos fleurs en perles
  • Project Type:
    Animation, Documentary, Experimental, Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    3 minutes 45 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 15, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    French
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Université de Saint-Boniface
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
Director Biography - Maxime Kornachuk

Maxime Kornachuk is a Métis director whose creative journey merges tradition and innovation. Inspired by their rich cultural heritage, they create captivating bead animations, fusing digital art with traditional craftsmanship. Their groundbreaking work, "Nos fleurs en perles," captivates audiences with vibrant visuals and poignant storytelling. Through their art, Maxime bridges the past and present, celebrating Métis culture while advocating for Indigenous representation in the arts. Their commitment to preserving heritage and pushing artistic boundaries continues to inspire and uplift communities worldwide, inviting viewers to explore the beauty and complexity of Métis traditions in a contemporary context.

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Director Statement

Everything I do is for my family, my ancestors, my community and most importantly, my culture.