Free Admission | Wednesday, June 3 - 7:00 PM CST | Canada | 2025 | 116 min | Directed by Damien Eagle Bear.
Every meme has its story. #skoden delves into the origins of viral video to redefine the man at the centre of it all.
An iconic Indigenous meme sparks a poignant exploration of Albertan man, Pernell Bad Arm, behind the viral phenomenon. Living life with resilience, determination, and humour, his story offers a humanist perspective on Canada’s growing street population and reveals the complexities of digital sovereignty and Indigenous peoples reclaiming their representation.
Featuring an introduction and live Q & A with director Damien Eagle Bear and special guest Mark Brave Rock; a participant in the film and vocal advocate for people with addictions and living on the street.
"#skoden isn’t just filled with doom and gloom ... A thoughtful engaging film, #skoden is well worth seeing and is a helpful corrective to the video that gave the documentary its title."
-Marc Glassman. https://povmagazine.com/skoden-review-the-man-behind-the-meme/
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qN8bIuXk-Vk
Note: This film contains mild language and is appropriate for audiences 13+
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