Dancing Around the Table, Part Two (1987)

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Dancing Around the Table: Part Two charts the battle to enshrine Indigenous rights in the Canadian Constitution, capturing a key moment in Canada’s history from the perspective of Indigenous negotiators. The 1985 conference, chaired by Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, was the fourth and final meeting to determine an amendment to Indigenous rights as defined in the Constitution. The provincial premiers again refuse to reach an agreement with the First Nations, Metis and Inuit leaders, even though the majority of Canadians supported the inclusion of Indigenous rights to self-government. Director Bulbulian captures the pride and determination of Indigenous leaders and community members who refuse to back down on this historic opportunity to enshrine their rights, and the arrogance of the First Ministers who are fighting to keep power within the federal and provincial governments.

Director: Maurice Bulbulian
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 50 min
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Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dancing Around the Table, Part Two about?
Dancing Around the Table: Part Two charts the battle to enshrine Indigenous rights in the Canadian Constitution, capturing a key moment in Canada’s history from the perspective of Indigenous negotiators. The 1985 conference, chaired by Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, was the fourth and final meeting to determine an amendment to Indigenous rights as defined in the Constitution. The provincial premiers again refuse to reach an agreement with the First Nations, Metis and Inuit leaders, even though the majority of Canadians supported the inclusion of Indigenous rights to self-government. Director Bulbulian captures the pride and determination of Indigenous leaders and community members who refuse to back down on this historic opportunity to enshrine their rights, and the arrogance of the First Ministers who are fighting to keep power within the federal and provincial governments.
Who directed Dancing Around the Table, Part Two?
Dancing Around the Table, Part Two was directed by Maurice Bulbulian.
Who stars in Dancing Around the Table, Part Two?
Dancing Around the Table, Part Two stars Pierre Nadeau.
How long is Dancing Around the Table, Part Two?
Dancing Around the Table, Part Two has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
What genre is Dancing Around the Table, Part Two?
Dancing Around the Table, Part Two is a Documentary film.
Where was Dancing Around the Table, Part Two produced?
Dancing Around the Table, Part Two was produced in Canada.