Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with us at Main Library from Monday, November 18th through Thursday, November 21st featuring films that are directed, produced, or written by Native Americans from various tribes and nations.
The films feature Native American historical context, comical context, and/or contemporary subject matter.
Monday, November 18th
Starting at 5:30 p.m.
Native Americans and Religious Violence (2018)
Trace the role of violence in and around Native American traditions. How common is land displacement and outright theft?
Runtime: 31 mins.
The Great Native American Civilizations (2005)
Explore the variety of civilizations in North America before European contact. Learn about the ways of life, government, economy, religion, and laws of the early Native Americans.
Runtime: 19 mins.
Warriors of Joy (2014)
Every Year in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Mardis Gras Indian tribes gather on the Sunday closest to St. Joseph’s Day to celebrate their pride and joy.
Runtime: 7 mins.
Mud (Hashtł’ishnii) (2017)
On her last day, Ruby faces the inescapable remnants of alcoholism, family, and culture.
Runtime: 10 mins.
It’s Not Free: Part 1 (2016)
This film is dedicated to all past, present, and future WATER PROTECTORS!!! Stop the genocide of indigenous peoples and STOP the destruction of SACRED SITES.
Runtime: 5 mins.
Five Dollars (2016)
“Five Dollars” shows the ugly truth of the effects of colonialism on indigenous families on the reservations in the United States.
Runtime: 6 mins.
Two Worlds (2018)
A film about mental illness.
Runtime: 1 min.
Tuesday, November 19th
Starting at 5:30 p.m.
Language Healers (2014)
This film tells the story of Native Americans who are striving to revitalize their languages.
Runtime: 41 mins.
Native American Healing in the 21st Century (1999)
Provides a narration of many Native American ancient forms of healing and therapy and how they are now being embraced again and accepted by modern physicians and scientists.
Runtime: 53 mins.
Wednesday, November 20th
Starting at 5:30 p.m.
Featured Film: Smoke Signals (1998)
Victor’s father left when he was a boy, and he now learns that his father just died, and his mother sends him to collect the ashes. He is only able to make the trip with Thomas’ help, however, and there is a condition that is difficult for him to accept: Victor must swallow his pride and take Thomas with him.
Runtime: 1 hr. 29 mins.
Thursday, November 21st
Starting at 5:30 p.m.
Who Controls the Land (2018)
Native American actor Martin Sensmeier travels to San Juan County, Utah, to investigate the controversy over the Bears Ears National Monument.
Runtime: 52 mins.
Hunting in Wartime (2015)
Profiles the incredible stories of Tlingit Native Americans from the village of Hoonah, Alaska who served in the Vietnam War.
Runtime: 1 hr. 6 mins.