This week, on Good Medicine… with Amanda Strong! 

We delve into a new Indigenous film that explores gender spectrum and environmentalism—Inkwo: For When The Starving Return. This feature follows a gender-shifting warrior who wields their Indigenous medicine to safeguard their community from a pack of fearsome creatures. It’s a stop-motion animated adaptation of the highly regarded short story “Wheetago War” by award-winning author Richard Van Camp. 

Our special guest is Amanda Strong, a Red River Métis filmmaker from Ontario and the producer of Inkwo. As the owner and executive producer of Spotted Fawn Productions Inc., she focuses on amplifying Indigenous storytelling. 

In this conversation, Amanda discusses her journey into the world of animation and filmmaking, particularly focusing on her latest project, ‘Inkwo.’ She shares insights into the creative process behind stop motion animation, the cultural significance of storytelling, and the importance of sound design. Amanda also reflects on the challenges faced during the eight-year journey of creating ‘Inkwo,’ emphasizing the themes of resilience, community, and the representation of Indigenous narratives in film.