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Our mission at Cherokee Film is to reclaim Cherokee and Native narratives by increasing representation across all forms of media while creating an ecosystem that supports production and drives economic activity in the Cherokee Nation.

Cherokee Film is thrilled to be back at SkasdiCon for Vol. IV!We work every day to expand Indigenous voices in the film ...
02/11/2025

Cherokee Film is thrilled to be back at SkasdiCon for Vol. IV!

We work every day to expand Indigenous voices in the film and media industry, and events like SkasdiCon that celebrate Native representation, storytelling and creativity in pop culture and media remind us why that mission matters.

Come by our booth to meet the Cherokee Film team and learn more about our mission and branches. Chat with the creators behind our docuseries OsiyoTV and check out a fan favorite from Skasdicon Vol. III, the Skasdi Wili Jumper, a video game featured in “Let’s Talk Cherokee.” Be sure to stop by, play and grab some exclusive swag while you’re here! 🎮

We can’t wait to connect, talk film and celebrate Native creativity with you at SkasdiCon Vol. IV!

Season 10 of “Osiyo: Voices of the Cherokee People” is now streaming!The award-winning program, created in-house by the ...
30/10/2025

Season 10 of “Osiyo: Voices of the Cherokee People” is now streaming!

The award-winning program, created in-house by the Cherokee Film Productions team, has officially wrapped 10 seasons, marking 10 years of sharing the language, history and stories of Cherokee people. From musicians to culture keepers and environmental activists, OsiyoTV captures the stories of amazing Cherokees around the world.

Catch up on the stories from the past decade before Season 11 drops at: https://www.youtube.com/

We’re hiring! Cherokee Film Studios is looking for a virtual production manager to join the team!The position will over...
28/10/2025

We’re hiring!

Cherokee Film Studios is looking for a virtual production manager to join the team!

The position will oversee all virtual production projects at Cherokee Film Studios’ Studio A, which features the largest Oklahoma Film + Music certified soundstage in the region. Responsibilities include managing the LED volume with motion capture and camera tracking, working with clients on script breakdowns, previsualization and environment creation, and ensuring every project runs smoothly.

We’re looking for candidates with experience and expertise, who are passionate about innovation in filmmaking and creating exceptional client experiences.

Learn more about this position and apply online at: https://bit.ly/CFS_VirtualProductionManager

As the Soundstage Manager, Todd Roberts tackles many different creative projects with his diverse skill set.One standout...
28/10/2025

As the Soundstage Manager, Todd Roberts tackles many different creative projects with his diverse skill set.

One standout project includes Let’s Talk Cherokee’s “The Frybread Eaters.” In this episode, Sinasd and her friends, Nel and Wili, are unexpectedly pulled into a spooky storyline where they must escape terrifying frybread monsters. Todd was a key part of production from storyboarding to sound design. The sound production, detailed dialogue and unique premise makes this episode his personal favorite.

Todd’s path into film began in a small-town movie theater owned by his family. Today, his work is fueled not just by his craft, but by the greater cultural purpose at Cherokee Film. His advice to aspiring filmmakers? “Get good at one thing and make a living from it while continuing to nurture your other passions.”

Stories like “Remember the Children” demand to be heard. Directed by Filmmaker Arlo Iron Cloud (Oglala Sioux), this awar...
23/10/2025

Stories like “Remember the Children” demand to be heard. Directed by Filmmaker Arlo Iron Cloud (Oglala Sioux), this award-winning documentary was created by Lakota people.

“Remember the Children” uncovers the history of the Rapid City Boarding School in South Dakota. This school was just one of many institutions throughout the nation that assimilated Native American children into American culture. Through the voices of descendants, this documentary illustrates the resilience of families preserving their history.

Films like “Remember the Children” matter because acknowledgment is a vital step toward healing. Watch the film online at this link: https://bit.ly/RememberFilm

Talent exists everywhere, but opportunity doesn’t.This is why access for Native American storytellers matters. Removing ...
20/10/2025

Talent exists everywhere, but opportunity doesn’t.

This is why access for Native American storytellers matters. Removing barriers means more of our stories can reach the big screen.

🎥 Our industry is stronger with in front of and behind the camera.

At Cherokee Film Productions, Hannah Roark is a key part of supporting Native American storytellers and building communi...
16/10/2025

At Cherokee Film Productions, Hannah Roark is a key part of supporting Native American storytellers and building community through film. She is a Film and TV Developmental Specialist, meaning she helps develop original scripts and creative projects. She asks the important questions like, “What story do you want to tell, and how can I help you tell it?”

Her background in storytelling began with literature, art history and acting. It has now evolved into a passion for filmmaking — a perfect blend of all three. “Film allows me to connect with people using all the storytelling tools I love,” she says.

For those looking to enter the film industry, Hannah recommends, “Challenge yourself to be the calmest person in the room at any given time… Anyone can be talented, but to have real longevity in the industry, you’ve got to have the self-control to be kind when it’s hard.”

Tulsa, Oklahoma, is home to one of the largest urban Native American populations and sits on the Reservations of the Che...
14/10/2025

Tulsa, Oklahoma, is home to one of the largest urban Native American populations and sits on the Reservations of the Cherokee Nation, Muscogee (Creek) Nation and Osage Nation.

We were proud to join the celebration of Tulsa Native American Day, connecting with our community and sharing how Cherokee Film is empowering and uplifting in the film industry.

Wado, thank you, to everyone who stopped by, and to the many tribes and organizations who make Tulsa’s Native community so vibrant.

We are not just people of the past. We are still here and have stories that need to be heard.This , we reaffirm our mis...
13/10/2025

We are not just people of the past. We are still here and have stories that need to be heard.

This , we reaffirm our mission to reclaim Cherokee and Native narratives. Through the four branches of Cherokee Film — Cherokee Film Productions, Cherokee Film Studios, Cherokee Film Commission and Cherokee Film Institute — we’re increasing representation across film and media, cultivating an ecosystem that supports Indigenous stories and storytellers, empowering the next generation of creatives and driving economic activity in the Cherokee Nation.

As we have from the start, we will continue advocating for in the film industry, pushing for a more inclusive space for our stories, our creativity and our people to thrive.

Cherokee Film is proud to sponsor Rez Film Club, a monthly series at Circle Cinema hosted by the Native Circle Advisory ...
09/10/2025

Cherokee Film is proud to sponsor Rez Film Club, a monthly series at Circle Cinema hosted by the Native Circle Advisory Board. Join us Sunday, Oct. 12, at 3 p.m. for a double feature of Indigenous horror: “Blood Quantum” and “Slash/Back.”

“Blood Quantum” reimagines the zombie genre through a First Nations lens, while “Slash/Back” follows a group of teen girls in Nunavut as they take on an alien invasion. Both films highlight Indigenous voices and storytelling in bold, unforgettable ways.

Don’t miss this chance to experience these two films on the big screen in one night. Learn more about Rez Film Club and this screening at: https://www.circlecinema.org/movies-events/native-horror-double-feature-presented-by-rez-film-club

Amber Midthunder (Assiniboine and Sioux) is breaking barriers as a Native American woman leading blockbuster films. Her ...
07/10/2025

Amber Midthunder (Assiniboine and Sioux) is breaking barriers as a Native American woman leading blockbuster films. Her starring role in “Prey” redefined the idea of the Native American heroine, showing that Native characters can carry action films with ease. Her role in “Novocaine” was also an important step toward normalizing Native American women in lead roles.

Seeing Native Americans in various roles, not just specific cultural narratives, is crucial for accurate representation. We have the right to take up space on the big screen.

Premiering at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, “Mud (Hashtł’ishnii)” was the breakout project of Shaandiin Tome (Diné). ...
03/10/2025

Premiering at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, “Mud (Hashtł’ishnii)” was the breakout project of Shaandiin Tome (Diné). The award-winning short went on to screen at festivals around the world, solidifying Tome as a bold storyteller and director.

“Mud (Hashtł’ishnii)” follows Ruby, a mother fighting for connection with her son, Joseph. To keep her alcoholism secret, she chooses to suffer rather than seek help. On her last day, she faces the relentless weight of addiction, family and culture.

The short’s striking visuals and emotional depth demonstrates the power of Native American filmmakers to tell stories often left unseen — the resilience, complexity and humanity within our communities. Watch “Mud (Hashtł’ishnii)” here: https://bit.ly/MudFilm

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