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Ditching Leathers and Feathers with Darrell Dennis
Ditching Leathers and Feathers with Darrell Dennis
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Length:
35 minutes
Released:
Nov 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Episode 3: Ditching Leathers and Feathers with Darrell DennisDarrell Dennis is a trailblazing veteran Secwépemc actor, comedian, and now– writer and director. Joel caught up with him on location in Cowichan Territory while they were filming Darrell’s new film, Sweet Summer Pow Wow in August.You’ll hear about Darrell’s very first job as the lead on a CBC teen drama at 17, his narrow escape from a possible Starlight Tour in Winnipeg, and how the casting category of “ethnically ambiguous” opened up new kinds of roles for him. From the old stereotypes of “leather and feather” roles, he is only now starting to see stories written, produced, acted, and directed by Indigenous people. Listen to Darrell’s plans for upcoming productions and be excited for the future of Indigenous film! TRANSCRIPT HEREActors and Ancestors is created, hosted, and produced by Joel D. Montgrand with audio editing and production support from Daniella Barreto.Also, check out our friends, BIPOC Credits Podcast, they share a monthly newsletter full of opportunities in the film and TV industry. Here are links to their Newsletter, Podcast, and Instagram.
Actors and Ancestors is created, hosted, and produced by Joel D. Montgrand with audio editing and production support from Daniella Barreto.
Actors and Ancestors is created, hosted, and produced by Joel D. Montgrand with audio editing and production support from Daniella Barreto.
Released:
Nov 26, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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Actors and Ancestors: We've come a long way from "Cowboys and Indians". It's a new age of cinema where Indigenous actors are finally on the world stage, telling our own stories. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the hottest Indigenous stars and the elders of stage and screen as they laugh out loud and talk back to industry stereotypes. This show uplifts communities and celebrates Indigenous wins across Turtle Island and beyond. Hosted by Rocky Cree actor, Joel D. Montgrand. by Actors and Ancestors