PNW Awards: Powwow People
November 14, 2026
Seattle Film Critics Society PNW Awards 2026
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 scheduled to attend, with post-film Q&A moderated by critic Eric Zhu (The Insert, Drink in the Movies).
Tickets
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Saturday, November 14, 2026
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- 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 audience is the real winner for the privilege of having shared the company of so many talented people, the rich textures and engaging sonic environment of a powerful summer day’s gathering” – Josh Bis, The SunBreak
- 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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