Hands of History (1994)

Hands of History (1994) poster

This documentary follows four female First Nations artists—Doreen Jensen, Rena Point Bolton, Jane Ash Poitras and Joane Cardinal-Schubert are First Nations artists who seek to find a continuum from traditional to contemporary forms of expression. These exceptional artists reveal their philosophies as artists, their techniques and creative styles, and the exaltation they feel when they create. A moving testimony to the role that Indigenous women artists have played in maintaining the voice of their culture.

Director: Loretta Todd
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 52 min
Release Date:
Music: Annie Frazier Henry, Doreen Jensen, Russell Wallace
Editing: Shirley Anne Claydon
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

indigenous, art, woman director

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hands of History about?
This documentary follows four female First Nations artists—Doreen Jensen, Rena Point Bolton, Jane Ash Poitras and Joane Cardinal-Schubert are First Nations artists who seek to find a continuum from traditional to contemporary forms of expression. These exceptional artists reveal their philosophies as artists, their techniques and creative styles, and the exaltation they feel when they create. A moving testimony to the role that Indigenous women artists have played in maintaining the voice of their culture.
Who directed Hands of History?
Hands of History was directed by Loretta Todd.
How long is Hands of History?
Hands of History has a runtime of 52m (52 minutes).
What genre is Hands of History?
Hands of History is a Documentary film.
Where was Hands of History produced?
Hands of History was produced in Canada.