Today we welcome Dana Solomon, an award-winning filmmaker and actor from the Sagkeeng First Nation. Dana is making waves at Toronto International Film Festival 2025, both starring in Blood Lines, a moving story of Métis identity and family, and premiering her own short film Niimi, about an Anishinaabe ballerina’s healing journey. Dana brings bold storytelling, cultural strength, and Indigenous representation to the screen.
Dana Solomon – Bio
Dana Solomon is a Canadian filmmaker and actor of Anishinaabe and Afro-Guyanese heritage from Sagkeeng First Nation. A dancer turned storyteller, she began her training at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School and later earned a BFA in Dance from York University. Her work blends movement, resilience, and cultural identity into powerful narratives.
At the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF 2025), Dana is making history with two premieres:
Blood Lines (Centrepiece Program) – Dana stars as Beatrice, a Métis woman navigating love, family, and belonging in Gail Maurice’s new feature.
Niimi (Short Cuts Program) – Dana’s own short film as writer/director, telling the story of an Anishinaabe ballerina overcoming trauma and finding healing through dance.
Her career bridges community cultural work, acting, and filmmaking. She has appeared in hit series like Anne with an E, Heartland, and Diggstown, and now steps into the spotlight as both actor and director. Dana’s voice as a queer Indigenous filmmaker brings fresh representation to the screen, exploring identity, resilience, and the transformative power of art.
Contact Dana directly on her Instagram www.instagram.com/dana.solomon
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