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Two-Spirit People

Two-Spirit People

Jan 01, 1991 · 23m

Rated 3 out of 10

Director

Lori Levy, Michel Beauchemin, Gretchen Vogel

Overview

An overview of historical and contemporary Native American concepts of gender, sexuality and sexual orientation. This documentary explores the "berdache" tradition in Native American culture, in which individuals who embody feminine and masculine qualities act as a conduit between the physical and spiritual world, and because of this are placed in positions of power within the community.

About Two-Spirit People

What is Two-Spirit People about?

An overview of historical and contemporary Native American concepts of gender, sexuality and sexual orientation. This documentary explores the "berdache" tradition in Native American culture, in which individuals who embody feminine and masculine qualities act as a conduit between the physical and spiritual world, and because of this are placed in positions of power within the community.

When was Two-Spirit People released?

Two-Spirit People was released on January 1, 1991.

How long is Two-Spirit People?

Two-Spirit People runs 23 minutes.

Who directed Two-Spirit People?

Two-Spirit People was directed by Lori Levy, Michel Beauchemin and Gretchen Vogel.

Who is in the cast of Two-Spirit People?

The cast of Two-Spirit People includes Terry Tafoya (Self), Paula Gunn Allen (Self), Randy Burns (Self), Clyde Hall (Self) and Will Roscoe (Self).

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