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BE EPIC. BE LEGENDARY.
Originally from Peguis First Nation, Pete Kolopenuk (Swampy Cree) is a talented and ambitious Indigenous Award-Winning Filmmaker based on Treaty 4 Territory. After lengthy careers in both the Canadian Armed Forces and the Canadian Oilfields, Pete boasts a deep appreciation of the industry and a relentless work ethic. Pete's Military Career consisted of eight years with two deployments to Europe '06 and Afghanistan '08 with the First Regiment Royal Canadian Horse Artillery.
Pete began filmmaking while serving on tour in Kandahar, Afghanistan. Filming videos while in combat inspired Pete to continue down the filmmaking path which has led to a fulfilling career and the birth of One Five Five Films. Pete has travelled to over 30 countries and has a broad range of filmmaking styles. He is currently working on a variety of projects spanning across many genres and formats with National and International Broadcasters, Distributors, Film and Documentary productions with several Indigenous Nations.
Pete has extensive experience from working on the set of several Motion Pictures, Documentaries, National and International Brodcasters/Distributors, and many First Nations. Pete has an RPAS (Drone) License and registration along with training from The University of Regina and Saskpolytech in Media Production.
Film Awards: 'In it 2 Win it' Documentary
Indie X Fest - Outstanding Achievement Award for 'Best Documentary-Short'
Indie X Fest - Award Winner for 'Best Sound Mixing'
Indie X Fest - Award Nominee for 'Best Editing'
Indie X Fest - Award Selection for 'Best Director'
Global Film/Music Festival - Award Selection for 'Best Documentary'
The Accolade Global Film Competition - Award of Merit (x2)
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