Indigenous cinema is a field of study and practice concerned with films created by, for, and about Indigenous peoples, examining their production, aesthetics, distribution, and reception. This academic concept investigates the historical, cultural, political, and social dimensions of filmmaking rooted in Indigenous communities globally, focusing on issues of representation, sovereignty, decolonization, and cultural preservation. Key characteristics include Indigenous control over narrative and production, the centering of Indigenous perspectives and knowledge systems, and the use of film as a tool for cultural assertion and resistance. Its significance lies in its role as a counter-narrative to dominant cinematic traditions, a vital means of cultural transmission, and a critical contribution to global media studies and decolonial scholarship.