A Common Experience (2013)

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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.

Director: Shane Belcourt
Genre: Drama, Documentary
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Daniel Grant
Editing: Jordan O'Connor
Production: The Breath Films
Country: Canada
Original Language: en

Themes

Overcoming Traumas of the Past, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Widowers Striving for a New Beginning, Overwhelming Nostalgia and Longing, Post-Traumatic Healing and Hope

Keywords

sexual abuse, suffering, writing, playwright, childhood, healing, residential school, abuse, aboriginal, memories, generations

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Common Experience about?
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.
Who directed A Common Experience?
A Common Experience was directed by Shane Belcourt.
Who stars in A Common Experience?
A Common Experience stars Yvette Nolan, Lilia Greyeyes.
How long is A Common Experience?
A Common Experience has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
What genre is A Common Experience?
A Common Experience is a Drama, Documentary film.
Where was A Common Experience produced?
A Common Experience was produced in Canada.
What are the themes of A Common Experience?
The themes of A Common Experience include: Overcoming Traumas of the Past, Soul-Crushing Loss and Pain, Widowers Striving for a New Beginning, Overwhelming Nostalgia and Longing, Post-Traumatic Healing and Hope.