Run to Be Visible (2021)

Run to Be Visible (2021) poster

Lydia Jennings is a member of the Huichol (Wixaritari) and Pascua Yaqui (Yoeme) Nations and holds a doctorate in soil microbiology. Her work is dedicated to environmental science and the essential role of Indigenous communities in these spaces. Her hope is to create more inclusive academic and environmental landscapes. In place of her graduation, which was canceled as a result of the pandemic, Lydia instead celebrated by running 50 miles in honor of the Indigenous scientists and knowledge keepers who came before her. It’s a run to honor the past and present while looking towards the future.

Director: Devin Whetstone, Jordan Marie Daniel
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 19 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Editing: Jack Schlinkert, Dana Shaw
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

environmentalism, conservation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Run to Be Visible about?
Lydia Jennings is a member of the Huichol (Wixaritari) and Pascua Yaqui (Yoeme) Nations and holds a doctorate in soil microbiology. Her work is dedicated to environmental science and the essential role of Indigenous communities in these spaces. Her hope is to create more inclusive academic and environmental landscapes. In place of her graduation, which was canceled as a result of the pandemic, Lydia instead celebrated by running 50 miles in honor of the Indigenous scientists and knowledge keepers who came before her. It’s a run to honor the past and present while looking towards the future.
Who directed Run to Be Visible?
Run to Be Visible was directed by Devin Whetstone, Jordan Marie Daniel.
Who stars in Run to Be Visible?
Run to Be Visible stars Lydia Jennings.
How long is Run to Be Visible?
Run to Be Visible has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).
What genre is Run to Be Visible?
Run to Be Visible is a Documentary film.