FEATURED NATIVE AMERICAN Film Makers

Sydney Freeland

Sydney Freeland is a transgender Navajo filmmaker best known for directing films like "Drunktown's Finest" and Netflix Original "Deidra and Laney Rob a Train." Since 2008, Freeland has written for and directed over 15 movies and TV shows. Some of the projects Freeland has contributed to as either a writer, director, or producer include "Nancy Drew," "Reservation Dogs," "Hoverboard," and "Grey's Anatomy."

Sydney Freeland

By the Creator’s fire, stories live on. Here, we honor Native artists who keep traditions strong. Find inspiration, representation, and the heartbeat of our nations.

  • Storytellers: Witness the power of our actors who breathe life into the words of our past.
  • Spirit Painters: Explore the vibrant tapestries woven by our artists, where dreams dance in color.
  • Trailblazers: Cheer the triumphs of our athletes who defy the odds and inspire generations.
  • Weavers of Words: Get lost in the captivating tales spun by our authors, voices echoing from the heart.
  • Tricksters of Wit: Share laughter with our comedians, whose sharp tongues pierce through shadows with humor.
  • Dream Weavers: Immerse yourself in the stories told through the eyes of our filmmakers, where the land itself speaks.
  • Musicians of the Wind: Feel the rhythm of our drums and the melodies of our flutes, a harmony carrying the spirit of our ancestors.