Special: INAY & ASK THE PLANTAIN

Visions of Healing is a special presentation bringing together two local films - INAY, a feature documentary, and ASK THE PLANTAIN, a short documentary. Alternating between myth and reality, Jaime Leigh Gianopoulos unravels the intricate tapestry of grief and the liminal space that exists between not belonging to the lands one was born on nor the lands one’s ancestors once came from. In a powerful exploration of her Greek Canadian heritage, she embarks on an introspective journey through the depths of her heart, akin to traversing a black hole, in search of the gifts hidden within her wounds. With the desire to help answer unresolved questions and heal lingering wounds, INAY investigates the flawed immigration pathways between the Philippines and Canada that kept so many Filipino children from their mothers. While on the surface the films are two very different explorations of seemingly different topics, we found ourselves drawn to the common threads of motherhood, disconnection, heritage, and healing in these unique pieces. Both filmmakers bring their lived experiences to the lens in what feels like an experiment - what if film was used as a healing medium? What if we could use it to make ourselves and our loved ones whole again? Join us for a screening of both films and a conversation with the filmmakers to find out.