Red Fever FREE Innis x OII Film Club Screening and Q&A

Join us for our second Innis College x Office of Indigenous Initiatives Film Club screening on Thursday, January 16, 2025.

Red Fever is a witty and entertaining feature documentary about the profound yet hidden Indigenous influence on Western culture and identity. The film follows Cree co-director Neil Diamond as he asks, “Why do they love us so much?” and sets out on a journey to find out why the world is so fascinated with the stereotypical imagery of Native people that is all over pop culture. Why have Indigenous cultures been revered, romanticized, and appropriated for so long, and to this day? Red Fever uncovers the surprising truths behind the imagery so buried in history that even most Native people don’t know about them.

Event Agenda

• 6:30pm – Doors Open, welcome with Traditional Cedar Tea
• 6:45pm – Opening Remarks and Smudge
• 7:00pm – Film Screening (104 mins) – Red Fever
• 8:45pm – Q&A/Audience Discussion and Reflection with John Croutch and Andrea Johns
• 9:15pm – Event Ends

Please be aware that smudging, which involves burning sacred herbs such as sage or sweetgrass, may be present during this event. We acknowledge that some participants may have smoke allergies or sensitivities to scent. If you are affected by such conditions or need any other accessibility accommodations, please let us know so we can accommodate your needs. We are committed to ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment for all participants.

Please note: Red Fever may depict sensitive and potentially distressing content. The film explores the traumatic experiences of Indigenous peoples experiences with racism; descriptions of child abuse, residential school trauma, and genocide. These portrayals may be triggering for some viewers.

Please take care when watching and seek support if needed. Viewer discretion is advised.

Alumuni can register by emailing Andrea at andrea.johns@utoronto.ca. Students and staff can register at the link below.