Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance (1993)

Cast

• Alanis Obomsawin - Narrator (voice)
• Jack Burning - Chief Joseph (voice)
• Herbie Barnes - Chief Augnita
• Ethel Blondin - Self
• Robert Bourassa - Self
• John Ciaccia - Self
• Ellen Gabriel - Self
• Elijah Harper - Self
• Ovide Mercredi - Self
• Frank Natawe - Self

Screenplay

• Alanis Obomsawin

Keywords

indigenous, quebec, mohawk, woman director, canadian army, first nations, indigenous peoples, indigenous rights

Trailer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance about?

In July 1990, a dispute over a proposed golf course to be built on Kanien’kéhaka (Mohawk) lands in Oka, Quebec, sets the stage for a historic confrontation that would grab international headlines and sear itself into the Canadian consciousness.

Who directed Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance?

Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance was directed by Alanis Obomsawin.

Who stars in Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance?

Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance stars Alanis Obomsawin, Jack Burning, Herbie Barnes, Ethel Blondin, Robert Bourassa, John Ciaccia.

How long is Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance?

Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance has a runtime of 1h 59m (119 minutes).

What genre is Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance?

Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance is a Documentary film.

Where was Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance produced?

Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance was produced in Canada.