Powwow People
Powwow People immerses us in a single day at a powwow, guided by Reuben Little Head’s humor and heart, culminating in a long take honoring community as privilege.
Director Sky Hopinka (Ho-Chunk Nation/Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians) scheduled to attend.
Tickets
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Saturday, May 16, 2026
- Limited Availability
- On Standby
- Matinee
Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Limited Availability
- On Standby
- Matinee
As an immersive, observational story, Powwow People invites audiences to witness the unfolding of a powwow over the course of a single day. Emcee Reuben Little Head is the perfect guide, grounded, generous, and often hilarious. The film's final 30-minute long take is deeply inclusive, creating space for viewers to simply be present with community. It's a powerful reminder that to witness in this way is a privilege and a blessing.
—Tracy Rector
The Seattle Film Critics Society (SFCS) is proud to present the 2025 John Hartl Pacific Northwest Spotlight award to director Sky Hopinka. Named in honor of the late great Seattle Times film critic, the Hartl award recognizes the outstanding work of a person with local ties to the region. Born in Ferndale, Hopinka has directed a wide range of acclaimed films such as Jáaji Approx., Dislocation Blues, Fainting Spells, Malni: Towards the Ocean, Towards the Shore, Kicking the Clouds, Sunflower Siege Engine, and the upcoming locally shot documentary Powwow People.
- Director: Sky Hopinka (Ho-Chunk Nation/Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians)
- Principal Cast: Gina Bluebird-Stacona, Ruben Little Head, Jamie John, Freddie Cozad
- Country: USA
- Year: 2025
- Running Time: 88 min.
- Producer: Adam Piron, John Cardellino
- Cinematographers: Shaandiin Tome
- Editors: Sky Hopinka
- Filmography: Malni: Towards the Ocean, Towards the Shore (2020)
- Language: English
- Has Subtitles: Yes
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