Colonialism and Racism
The film excerpts in this theme show the devastating effects of European colonialist policies on Aboriginal peoples. They also show acts of racism in which Aboriginal peoples have been victimized in their relations with whites.
Excerpts
Dancing Around the Table, Part One
1
Forgotten Warriors
1
My Name Is Kahentiiosta
1
2
Ojigkwanong - Encounter with an Algonquin Sage
1
The Other Side of the Ledger: An Indian View of the Hudson's Bay Company
1
3
Our Nationhood
4
Riel Country
2
1
Uranium
1
Our Nationhood
2003, Director: Obomsawin, Alanis
excerpt 4 3 min 11 s
Description
Filmmaker Alanis Obomsawin explains the difference between a hereditary chief and an elected chief.
Portrait
Alanis Obomsawin’s biography and filmography can be consulted by visiting www.nfb.ca/portraits.
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Interview with Alanis Obomsawin