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A Common Experience
Genres
DramaDocumentary
Overview
A poetic exploration of the multi-generational affects of Canada's Indian Residential School system, based on the personal trials of Aboriginal playwright Yvette Nolan.
Details
Budget
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Revenue
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Runtime
10 min
Release Date
2013-06-13
Status
Released
Original Language
English
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Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Yvette Nolan
Self
Lilia Greyeyes
Self
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