9 MINS
Art / Creativity
ᎤᏕᏲᏅ (What They’ve Been Taught)
Filmed on the Qualla Boundary and Cherokee Nation, ᎤᏕᏲᏅ (What They’ve Been Taught) explores expressions of reciprocity in the Cherokee world, brought to life through a story told by an elder and first language speaker. ᎤᏕᏲᏅ circles the intersection of tradition, language, land and a commitment to maintaining balance. This film was created in collaboration with independent artists from both Cherokee Nation and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
Director Name: Brit Hensel
Country
United States
Language
English
Premier Status
Regina Premiere
Categories
Indigenous Short Film
Credits Section
- Concept/Story Brit Hensel, Keli Gonzales
- Screenplay
- Cinematography Nick Buttram, Brit Hensel, Blake Brown
- Producer Taylor Hensel, Adam Mazo, Kavita Pillay, Tracy Rector
- Editing Sauli Pillay
- Sound Daniel Bachman
Key Cast Members