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As Long as the Rivers Run

As Long as the Rivers Run

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As Long as the Rivers Run

1971

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Overview

Examines the violence and civil disobedience leading up to the hallmark decision in U.S. v. Washington, with particular reference to the Nisqually Indians of Frank's Landing in Washington.

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10 featured cast members

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Semu Haute

Narrator (voice)

Willie Frank Sr.

Self (as Bill Frank)

Valerie Frank

Self

Maiselle Bridges

Self

Al Bridges

Self

Dick Gregory

Dick Gregory

Self

Dan Hauser

Self

Buffy Sainte-Marie

Self

Hank Adams

Self

Billy Frank Jr.

Self

Creative team

Directed by: Carol M. Burns

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