The read
It runs a compact 56m.
Synopsis
Filmed on location in Saskatchewan from the Qu'Appelle Valley to Hudson Bay, the documentary traces the filmmaker's quest for her Native foremothers in spite of the reluctance to speak about Native roots on the part of her relatives. The film articulates Métis women's experience with racism in both current and historical context, and examines the forces that pushed them into the shadows.
Ratings
IMDb8.4/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Christine WelshWriter
- Norma BaileyDirector
Cast
- Christine WelshSelf
- Carmen RoenspiessGrandma Welsh
- Jessica WallmanChild Christine
- David ZelionkaFather
- Brenda KnollMother
- Jamie SarophimLittle Girls
- Sophia StoneLittle Girls
- Sharon MoberlyWomen
- Debra PiapotWomen
- Robert DuncanSelf (voice)
Themes
canadaindigenousfirst nationscanadian historymanitobafur tradewestern canadawomen of colormétisindigenous womenhudson bayfemale filmmaker