CinemaOSMovie · 2003 · 1h 37m

Our Nationhood

70%(2)IMDbDocumentary

In this feature-length documentary, Indigenous filmmaker and artist Alanis Obomsawin chronicles the determination and tenacity of the Listuguj Mi'kmaq people to use and manage the natural resources of their traditional lands. The film provides a contemporary perspective on the Mi'kmaq people's ongoing struggle and ultimate success, culminating in the community receiving an award for Best Managed River from the same government that had denied their traditional rights.

Directed byAlanis Obomsawin

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
EN
Released
December 1, 2003
Studios
ONF | NFB

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