Zoe Leigh Hopkins

The vibrant visual storyteller, Zoe Leigh Hopkins, was born in 1972 in Bella Bella, British Columbia, Canada, and has been actively contributing to the field of cinema since the early 2000s. Known for her work predominantly in the drama genre, her most notable films include "Mohawk Midnight Runners" and "Kayak to Klemtu," which showcases not only her ability to tell compelling stories but also her commitment to representing Indigenous narratives on screen. While these films have won her recognition, including the Air Canada Audience Choice Award at the ImagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival, they also highlight her unique authorial style of subtly blending contemporary issues with traditional perspectives. Zoe Leigh Hopkins, with her warm persona and earnest storytelling, has given a significant voice to the Indigenous community, consistently crafting films that resonate with authenticity and depth.