Blending heartfelt sincerity with boundary-pushing storytelling, Sterlin Harjo’s work has taken the industry by storm. Cemented by the groundbreaking success of FX’s Reservation Dogs, his ability to balance artistic integrity with broad audience appeal has secured him a revered place among today’s most innovative creators. This moderated conversation will delve into Harjo’s transformative impact on the industry, his strategies for fostering authentic emerging voices, and the vision behind his foray into noir with the highly anticipated film The Lowdown, making its World Premiere at TIFF 50.