Araluen Arts Centre: 
MASIFF | Seeds
A Mohawk woman is hired as a social media influencer but gets caught in a deadly cat-and-mouse game, as she’s forced to go to war to preserve her people’s heritage from corporate interests.
The fierce and funny directorial debut from actor Kaniehtiio Horn (Reservation Dogs, Possessor), also the film’s writer and star, follows Ziggy, a Kanien’kehá꞉ka Mohawk woman, in Toronto. An influencer on the rise, she’s excited to land her first big gig – even if it’s promoting a fertiliser company. When family calls her back to the rez, she discovers what the company’s really after: a special kind of seed passed down through her family for generations. What follows is a bold, spunky, and stylish high-stakes chase with a corporate goon, with a killer soundtrack. Blending satire, suspense and Indigenous storytelling, Seeds is a refreshingly original thriller that asks: how far would you go to protect what roots you?
This film contains images of deceased Indigenous people, violence and strong language.
Director: Kaniehtiio Horn | Year: 2024 | Rating: Unclassified 15+ | Runtime: 82 mins | Country: Canada | Genre: Comedy, Thriller, First Nations | Language: English, Mohawk
Starring: Kaniehtiio Horn, Graham Greene, Dallas Goldtooth, Patrick Garrow, Meegwun Fairbrother, Dylan Cook
Accompanying Short: Gumurr-Ḏäl
A First Nations urban fantasy, using puppets to reflect life in Aboriginal Communities and the hardships that persist. It follows Mäpili, a young boy who lost his will to live from being trapped in a system of disadvantage, until a surprise visitor takes him on an unexpected journey to see a shape-shifting witch doctor. Using puppetry and unashamedly colloquial humour, it confronts intergenerational trauma and its impact in modern Aboriginal communities today.
This film contains drug use and mention of suicide.
Director: Andrew Gurruwiwi, Will Porter | Year: 2025 | Rating: Unclassified 15+ | Runtime: 17 mins | Country: Australia | Genre: Comedy, First Nations | Language: Yolŋu with English subtitles.
Doors Open: 7pm | Screening Starts: 7:30pm
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MPARNTWE ALICE SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
From 9 to 19 October 2025, MASIFF will take over the Araluen Arts Centre, Alice Springs Desert Park and Alice Springs Cinema, delivering an unforgettable program of local, national and international cinema right here in the Red Centre.
We believe in the power of film to do more than entertain - it can inspire connection, challenge boundaries, and spark important conversations. MASIFF fosters intercultural understanding by bringing diverse communities together through shared stories and lived experiences.
At the same time, the festival shines a spotlight on regional storytelling, celebrating the creativity of Central Australian filmmakers and amplifying remote voices that deserve to be heard. By pairing local talent with films from across the globe, MASIFF creates a unique cultural exchange that honours the Red Centre and connects it to the wider world.
Produced by Red Hot Arts with the generous support of the Darwin International Film Festival (DIFF) and the Darwin Film Society.
For more infomation visit Mpartnwe Alice Springs International Film
Dates
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Doors Open: 7 pm
Screening Starts: 7:30 pm
Duration
Seeds: 82 minutes
Gumurr-Ḏäl: 17 minutes
Interval
None
Prices
Standard $20
Concession $15
Our concession price is for anyone who may face financial barriers to attending the arts — including concession card holders, young people, and those in insecure or low-paid work.
BLAKTIX $10
BLAKTIX are equity tickets available to all First Nations peoples. They are offered to support access and opportunity, in recognition that this event takes place on unceded Arrernte Country.
Disability Complimentary Companion Card - FREE
Companion Card holders are warmly welcomed — just bring your card along on arrival.
Festival Pass $160
For all films. That’s less than $12 each, saving you over $100 (40% off).
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This film contains images of deceased Indigenous people, violence and strong language.
This film contains drug use and mention of suicide.
