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- ↑ Andreas Wiseman, "Indigenous Drama ‘Angela’s Shadow’ Gets Canadian Distribution & International Sales Deal Ahead Of World Premiere". Deadline Hollywood , September 26, 2024.
- ↑ Sam Laskaris, "Koostachin’s latest film to premiere at Vancouver International Film Festival". Windspeaker , October 2, 2024.
- ↑ Jamie Casemore, "Jules Arita Koostachin’s Angela’s Shadow added to VIFF slate". Playback , September 11, 2024.
- ↑ Jamie Casemore, "In Brief: The Chef & the Daruma wins at VIFF Audience Awards". Playback , October 17, 2024.
