In Jesus’ Name: Shattering the Silence of St. Anne's Residential School

About This Movie

In Jesus’ Name: Shattering the Silence of St. Anne's Residential School is a raw and intimate documentary that digs deep into the scars left by the residential school system. Directed by Susan G. Enberg, it features a collaboration of Indigenous voices, weaving together narratives in both English and Cree. The film’s pacing is deliberate, creating space for reflection on the harrowing experiences at St. Anne’s, including the shocking use of a homemade electric chair, which adds a chilling layer to the already heavy themes of trauma and survival. The atmosphere is thick with emotion, and the personal testimonies resonate long after the credits roll. What stands out is the genuine approach to storytelling, allowing the audience to confront uncomfortable truths.

Powerful use of firsthand accountsDeeply unsettling themes of traumaCollaborative storytelling approach