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AYOUNGMAN

Year 2022
Runtime 38 mins
Language English
Availability
  • Online & In-Cinema

This short film is included in the following package(s): SHORTS: ALBERTA SPIRIT #2


Winner of the $1,000 CAD Alberta Short Film Devon Bolton Memorial Award + $10,000 Gift Card from William F. White International, Inc.

On March 17, 2019, Melodie Ayoungman lived a mother’s worst nightmare. Her 24-year-old son, Kristian, a hockey player popular in his community, was killed in an argument over a $20 pack of cigarettes. This complicated case stands as a symbol of ongoing racial tensions challenging many communities across Canada.

As a tribute to her son, Melodie has spoken out, not in anger, but with a call for new understanding and friendship between the community of Strathmore and the neighbouring Siksika Nation. “We are all human beings. We must live together.”

Countries

Canada
Director
Larry Day, Holly Fortier, Holly Fortier
Producer
Holly Fortier
Screenwriter
Larry Day
Cinematographer
Geordie Day
Editor
Geordie Day
Cast
Melodie Ayoungman