Celebrated Mi’kmaw artist Alan Syliboy returns with a new story about friendship and the importance of traditional knowledge in this beautifully animated short, inspired by his book of the same name. Best friends Wolverine and Little Thunder spend their days eel fishing, until they come face to face with a legendary giant eel. As the challenge unfolds, their friendship and courage are put to the test. The animated film is a heartwarming tale of bravery, problem-solving, and the enduring bond between the Mi’kmaq and one of their most sacred food sources, rooted in traditional knowledge and deep cultural connection to land and water.

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Where to Watch

In-person screening​

• Atlantic International Film Festival, NS (2025)

• Three Fires International Film Festival, ON (2025)

• Silver Wave Film Festival, NB (2025)

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Credits

• Director: Alan Syliboy

• Producer: Alan Syliboy

• Writer: Alan Syliboy

• Executive Producer: Stephanie Joline

• Animators: Luke Fancy, Tim Allenby, Jeremy Kyle