SIFF took a close and considerate involvement with Indigenous film creators with a designated category and showcase. Three films that caught attention ranged from Indigenous Mexican, Aboriginal, and Native Hawaiian stories.
(he/they) Michael originally moved to Seattle in 2016 to earn his MA in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and took a career path into change management serving the public sector. Michael works as an actor within the West Coast area for many commercial clients and theatrical roles in films such as Dyonisia and Cowboy Boots. He is also a Philanthropy Director for The Teacher Fund, raising money for low-income schools across the PNW. Michael seeks to provide more equitable access to the arts among queer, BIPOC, and at-risk youth and young adults. Michael raises underrepresented voices within the Puget Sound visual arts community.
