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THE SECOND THANKSGIVING (2004, DVD 2008) 60 min
The Second Thanksgiving highlights the teachings of Robertjohn, the Elder who describes the First Thanksgiving as the time the new people came to this land and were given material nourishment by the First Peoples. The Second Thanksgiving, the present, is the time when the First Peoples are giving the newcomers spiritual nourishment. Click here for more information
THE IROQUOIS SPEAK OUT FOR MOTHER EARTH (2002, DVD 2009) 50 min
In this quietly powerful film by Danny Beaton, four Elders of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois Six Nations Confederacy) speak in a clear, frank and rational language of the environmental crisis and what is needed to seriously begin to deal with it by reminding us to see our planet as our relative, as our Mother, as many earth-based cultures do.
Broadcast by Vision TV and APTN.
Broadcast by Vision TV and APTN.
This compelling documentary depicts the traditional teachings and beliefs of five noted Mohawk Elders discussing spiritual tradition and the need to respect the earth. Harriet Jock of Akwesasne, Judy Swamp of Akwesasne, and Tom Porter formerly of Akwesasne are depicted in this film. The women and men speak of medicines, the great law of peace and keeping our world sacred for the future seven generations that will come.
Broadcast by APTN
INDIGENOUS RESTORATION (1992, DVD 2010) 55 min
Documents the "Concert for Indigenous Restoration" - a performance event of traditional and modern music, dance and ceremonial performances - that spotlights North American Native elders and artists from Alaska to Mexico who share grave concern over for the planet. Performers speak about the issues and describe the significance of their performances in their native culture.
Broadcast by Vision TV and APTN.
Broadcast by Vision TV and APTN.
