Abalone Eyes (2022)

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Told through the efforts of Danielle – aka Abalone Eyes, or Ducky to her friends –, this poetic document in film follows her plight to protect the Trinity River that flows the length of Hoopa lands. Retracing Danielle’s activism journey through conversations with elders and honored rituals, Abalone Eyes looks to shed light on the intersections of water justice, native justice, climate justice, and mental health – telling how the Hoopa’s deep connection with the land, and struggle to protect it, runs as deep as the Trinity River that has served as the lifeforce of the community for generations.

Director: Jazmin Garcia
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date:
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Abalone Eyes about?
Told through the efforts of Danielle – aka Abalone Eyes, or Ducky to her friends –, this poetic document in film follows her plight to protect the Trinity River that flows the length of Hoopa lands. Retracing Danielle’s activism journey through conversations with elders and honored rituals, Abalone Eyes looks to shed light on the intersections of water justice, native justice, climate justice, and mental health – telling how the Hoopa’s deep connection with the land, and struggle to protect it, runs as deep as the Trinity River that has served as the lifeforce of the community for generations.
Who directed Abalone Eyes?
Abalone Eyes was directed by Jazmin Garcia.
How long is Abalone Eyes?
Abalone Eyes has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
What genre is Abalone Eyes?
Abalone Eyes is a Documentary film.
Where was Abalone Eyes produced?
Abalone Eyes was produced in United States of America.