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MOTHERS OF OUR NATIONS
Sunday, Oct 21 2007, 1:00PM
Al Green Theatre
Co-presented by Planet in Focus International Environmental Film and Video Festival / 100.3 CKRZ FM
2007, Canada, 6 min, Beta SP,
Ontario Premiere
Director: Duane Linklater
For this proud drumkeeper, the drum is a “kind old man” offering guidance and knowledge....more
(Land and Airwaves)
2006, Canada, 12 min, Beta SP
Director: Wapikoni Mobile Media, Patrick Boivin, Alland Flamand
A beautiful film depicting the relationship between First Nations people and radio to make their voice heard....more
(Medicines)
2007, Canada, 5 min, Beta SP
Director: Tahentishon & Iothore
A young girl interviews her uncle, traditional medicine keeper Eddie Grey from Akwesasne about medicinal plants and their uses....more
2007, Canada, 10 min, Digital Beta
Director: Miles Turner
Did you ever wonder how the other side lives? This short documentary explores the national identities of Six Nations and Caledonia residents....more
(Trip to the Falls)
2006, Finland, 1 min, Beta SP,
North America Premiere
Director: Milla Pulska
Young Sámi boys show off their catch of the day against stunning tundra landscapes....more
(Mothers of Our Nations)
2006, Canada, 48 min, Digital Beta,
Ontario Premiere
Director: Dawn Martin Hill
Mothers of Our Nations is a remarkable documentary that explores the traditional and contemporary roles of women in Aboriginal cultures. Dr. Martin-Hill digs into the past and examines the present, as she combines the voices of Elders and Women from all over the world. Mothers of Our Nations is an inspiring documentary that points the way to the future by sharing traditional knowledge about the roles that women have played in our community and history....more
October 17 - 21 2007