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White Ravens: A Legacy of Resistance
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Documentary
Overview
Filmed on the island of Haida Gwaii, this documentary depicts the ongoing resistance and resurgence of the Haida people and their culture against the different manifestations and trauma of colonization.
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Budget
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Revenue
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Runtime
86 min
Release Date
2018-05-11
Status
Released
Original Language
English
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Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
Towustasin Stocker
Self
Ralph Stocker
Self
George Yeltatzie
Self
Erika Stocker
Self
Geoff Greene
Self
Vern Williams
Self
William Brotchie
Self
Raven LeBlanc
Self
Lisa White
Self
Rob Clayton
Self
Konrad Russ
Self
Christian White
Self - Carver
Shane Bell
Self - Carver
Paul Biron
Self - Carver
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