Wilfred Buck’s Star Stories

Designed for presentation in domes and planetariums, this XR work brings to life four star stories, gathered and told by renowned Ininew (Cree) astronomer/star knowledge expert and author Wilfred Buck. From the practical to the poetic, these “tellings” of the northern night sky provide guidance on navigation, the Earth’s cycles, and how to live a good life with future generations in mind. Wilfred Buck’s Star Stories offers a rarely heard perspective on astronomy and cosmology in an immersive and intimate environment for participants. Marvel at immersive night sky cinematography, cosmos CGI, and beautiful macro cinematography of meteorites set to a transporting soundtrack in this expansive yet intimate experience that combines the wonder of the universe with the warmth of listening to a wise elder whose teachings can help us understand that the stars are in fact our oldest relatives.

In conjunction with the dome projection, at the Marshall McLuhan Salon of the Canadian Embassy, excerpts from Lisa Jackson’s feature documentary Wilfred Buck (2024) give further insight into the astronomer’s life, work, and philosophy. Also on view is a star map designed based on the indigenous astronomical knowledge Wilfred Buck researches and teaches.

For a visit to Marshall McLuhan Salon a prior registration is necessary.
Registration via Eventbrite for a specific time slot, latest by 9 am on the day of the time slot selected:
https://www.eventbrite.de/e/berlinale-forum-expanded-presents-wilfred-bucks-star-stories-tickets-1224550155479?aff=oddtdtcreator

Events
Visitors will have two opportunities to experience Wilfred Buck live and in person: A special presentation of the dome projection, narrated live by Buck, followed by a Q&A with him and director Lisa Jackson as well as an additional artist talk with Buck and Jackson at the Marshall McLuhan Salon.

Special presentation with live comments by Wilfred Buck subsequent artist talk
16.2. 16:00 Cinema ticket required
silent green Kulturquartier, Gerichtstraße 35, 13347 Berlin

Artist talk with Lisa Jackson and Wilfred Buck
17.2. 12:00 Admission free. Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.de/e/berlinale-forum-expanded-presents-artist-talk-wilfred-bucks-star-stories-tickets-1234667035339?aff=oddtdtcreator
Embassy of Canada – Marshall McLuhan Salon, Leipziger Platz 17, 10117 Berlin

Wilfred Buck’s Star Stories is presented in cooperation with the Canadian Embassy and with the kind support of the Indigenous Screen Office and the Canada Media Fund.