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Gifts From the Elders

Gifts From the Elders

Nov 16, 2013 · 1h

Director

James M. Fortier

Overview

Follows five Anishinaabe youth on a summer research project with their Elders, whose stories guide them on a journey back to proceeding generations that lived a healthy lifestyle off of the land. Their stories chronicle the devastating impact that environmental and cultural dispossession had on the flow of knowledge from Elders to youth, and ultimately on the health of their people. As their summer comes to an end, the youth emerge with "gifts" of knowledge and teachings from their Elders, inspiring a renewed determination to forge a hopeful and healthy future for the next generation.

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About Gifts From the Elders

What is Gifts From the Elders about?

Follows five Anishinaabe youth on a summer research project with their Elders, whose stories guide them on a journey back to proceeding generations that lived a healthy lifestyle off of the land. Their stories chronicle the devastating impact that environmental and cultural dispossession had on the flow of knowledge from Elders to youth, and ultimately on the health of their people. As their…

When was Gifts From the Elders released?

Gifts From the Elders was released on November 16, 2013.

Where can I watch Gifts From the Elders?

Gifts From the Elders is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video in the US. Availability data from JustWatch.

How long is Gifts From the Elders?

Gifts From the Elders runs 1 hour (60 minutes).

Who directed Gifts From the Elders?

Gifts From the Elders was directed by James M. Fortier.

Who is in the cast of Gifts From the Elders?

The cast of Gifts From the Elders includes Wab Kinew (Narrator).

Is Gifts From the Elders on Netflix?

No, Gifts From the Elders is not on Netflix in the US. It is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

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