INDIGENOUS 150+ is a film and conversation series that honours Indigenous culture, history and teachings and is part of a movement to put Indigenous voices at the centre of Canada 150 commemorations. Each screening will begin with a prayer and Indigenous teaching, a presentation by a local Indigenous artist. The screenings will be followed by a discussion with local Indigenous leaders and special guests.
SACRED WATER: STANDING ROCK Part 1, by Michelle Latimer / 2016 / Canada / 44 min / PG
A timely look at Indigenous activism and the impacts of colonization showcasing candid interviews, historical context, and a moving soundtrack. This film delivers profound insight into the struggles around protecting sacred lands and waters which are happening in many places today.
SACRED WATER: STANDING ROCK, Part 1 is part of a compelling 8 part documentary series called RISE for Viceland showcasing the global Indigenous movement across the Americas which are rising up to protect their homelands and the environment. Sacred Water is a timely look at Indigenous activism and the impacts of colonization showcasing candid interviews, historical context, and a moving soundtrack. This film delivers profound insight into the struggles around protecting sacred lands and waters which are happening in many places today.