“I Place You Into the Fire” is a powerful blend of documentary, poetry, and animation. Mi’kmaw poet Rebecca Thomas explores the ongoing impacts of colonization through her words, brought to life by three Indigenous illustrators. The film invites viewers to reflect on their role in fostering understanding, compassion, and justice.

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Where to Watch

Worldwide streaming – JustWatchMe.tv
Educational distribution – McIntyre Media

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Highlights

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Awards & Festivals

• Winner – Doc Atlantic Award (2023)

• Winner – Best Short Documentary, Silver Wave Film Festival (2023)

• Nominated – Best Documentary Film, Screen Nova Scotia Awards (2024)

• Official Selection – Charlottetown Film Festival (2023)

• Official Selection – Silver Wave Film Festival (2023)

• Official Selection – Reel 2 Real International Film Festival

• Screened at Carbon Arc Cinema (2024)

• Screened at Al Whittle Theatre, Wolfville (2024)

• Screened at Chester Playhouse, NS (2024)

• Screened at Calgary Justice Film Festival (2024)

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Broadcast & Streaming​

• Streaming on Just Watch Me TV (Worldwide)

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Educational Distribution

• Available through McIntyre Media

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Credits

• Director: Stephanie Joline

• Producer: Stephanie Joline

• Cast: Rebecca Thomas

• Illustrators: Pauline Young, Christopher Grant, Phyllis Grant

• Animators: Christopher Grant, Struan Sutherland, Andrea Dorfman

• Cinematographer: Paul McCurdy

• Editor: Amy Mielke

• Sound: Olivia King