Ojibwe artist Jonathan Thunder explores the mythic inspirations of his surrealist work.

Jonathan Thunder: Good Mythology American Masters

Premiered March 28, 2023
Jonathan Thunder: Good Mythology

Filmmaker Sergio Rapu follows Anishinaabe artist Jonathan Thunder as he dives deep into the inspirations behind his surrealist paintings and animations. From the killing of an iconic American hero to critical perspectives of how indigenous people were portrayed in early children’s cartoons, Thunder’s art prompts viewers to take a critical look at our shared mythologies.

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