The film was inspired by Bretten Hannam's own life, heritage, and orientation. They were partially inspired to make the film based on their frustration with Indigenous representation in mainstream film and television.
First feature film by Bretten Hannam. It is also their first film to be screened at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Shooting took place during the COVID-19 pandemic. Producer Gharrett Patrick Paon claimed that it was especially challenging to make the film while also respecting pandemic distancing protocol.
According to Bretten Hannam, the film's LGBTQ elements proved a hurdle for many producers and financiers. Allegedly, Hannam "had actually let a few people read it and their response was never quite thrilled."