Sara Relli
Sara is a Berlin-based screenwriter and researcher from Italy. She holds an MA in Screenwriting from the University of West London and an MA (Hons) in Modern, Comparative and Post-Colonial Literature from the University of Bologna. She discovered her passion for postcolonial literatures after a scholarship in Montreal, Canada. As a non-Indigenous writer, she is aware that she is approaching Indigenous history and culture from a problematic perspective. She is also aware that Indigenous voices have long been marginalized within dominant narratives. Therefore, she always strives to prioritize Indigenous sources in her work. In 2025 she was a semi-finalist in the ScreenCraft Film Fund and Emerging Screenwriters Screenplay Competition.
Articles by Sara Relli
Pidgin vs. Creole: What’s the Difference?Pidgin and creole languages share a common origin, arising from interactions between groups lacking a common language. However, they also differ in significant ways.
The Indigenous Women Who Fought at the Battle of Little BighornAmong the chiefs and warriors who defeated General Custer at Little Bighorn were four Native American women. Here is their story.
Among the chiefs and warriors who defeated General Custer at Little Bighorn were four Native American women. Here is their story.
Colonialism in Tasmania, Australia (What You Should Know)British colonialism disrupted the lives of Aboriginal people in Tasmania, Australia. Despite immense challenges, their descendants are now integral to Australian culture.
British colonialism disrupted the lives of Aboriginal people in Tasmania, Australia. Despite immense challenges, their descendants are now integral to Australian culture.
How Warwick Thornton’s Films Explore the Aboriginal ExperienceWarwick Thornton has contributed to decolonizing Australian cinema by opening a much-needed window into the lives of Aboriginal Australians.
Warwick Thornton has contributed to decolonizing Australian cinema by opening a much-needed window into the lives of Aboriginal Australians.
A Brief History of the First Nations of the Canadian PlainsFrom Alberta to Saskatchewan and Manitoba, the Plains are home to the Blackfoot, Assiniboine, Stoney, Cree, and Ojibwa First Nations.
From Alberta to Saskatchewan and Manitoba, the Plains are home to the Blackfoot, Assiniboine, Stoney, Cree, and Ojibwa First Nations.
How the Métis Thrived on the Canadian PrairiesThe “children of the fur trade,” the Métis have developed a unique culture, blending elements of Plains First Nations with European and French-Canadian traditions.
What Were the Aboriginal Nations of Pre-Contact Tasmania, Australia?Pre-contact Aboriginal society in present-day Tasmania, Australia was organized into nine nations, with each nation structured into several clans.
Pre-contact Aboriginal society in present-day Tasmania, Australia was organized into nine nations, with each nation structured into several clans.
The Musket Wars That Changed Māori Society ForeverThe Musket Wars, a prolonged period of inter-tribal conflict among Māori tribes, were partially incited by the impact of colonialism on Māori society.
How Moriori Peacekeepers Survived a Forgotten Māori InvasionWhen two Māori tribes invaded their homelands in 1835, the Moriori were nearly exterminated.
When two Māori tribes invaded their homelands in 1835, the Moriori were nearly exterminated.
What Role Did the Métis Play in the Depletion of Bison Herds?In the 19th century, the Métis played a significant role in the rapid decline of the bison population across the Plains.
A Detailed History of New Zealand’s Colonial PeriodThe colonial history of New Zealand (Aotearoa) began with James Cook’s arrival. It led to settler migration, conflicts with the Māori, and a self-governing colony.
The colonial history of New Zealand (Aotearoa) began with James Cook’s arrival. It led to settler migration, conflicts with the Māori, and a self-governing colony.
How Many Māori Iwi (Tribes) Are There in Aotearoa/New Zealand?A close look at the history and tribal territories of some of the largest Māori tribes.
A close look at the history and tribal territories of some of the largest Māori tribes.