Stories Are in Our Bones (2020)

Stories Are in Our Bones (2020) poster

In this layered short film, filmmaker Janine Windolph takes her young sons fishing with their kokum (grandmother), a residential school survivor who retains a deep knowledge and memory of the land. The act of reconnecting with their homeland is a cultural and familial healing journey for the boys, who are growing up in the city. It’s also a powerful form of resistance for the women.

Director: Janine Windolph
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 11 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Anita Lubosch
Cinematography: Patrick McLaughlin
Editing: Conor McNally
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en

Keywords

tradition, indigenous, family, residential school, women

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stories Are in Our Bones about?
In this layered short film, filmmaker Janine Windolph takes her young sons fishing with their kokum (grandmother), a residential school survivor who retains a deep knowledge and memory of the land. The act of reconnecting with their homeland is a cultural and familial healing journey for the boys, who are growing up in the city. It’s also a powerful form of resistance for the women.
Who directed Stories Are in Our Bones?
Stories Are in Our Bones was directed by Janine Windolph.
Who stars in Stories Are in Our Bones?
Stories Are in Our Bones stars Janine Windolph, Bruce McKenzie, Marian Otter, Corwyn Windolph-Turtle, Dawlari Windolph.
How long is Stories Are in Our Bones?
Stories Are in Our Bones has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
What genre is Stories Are in Our Bones?
Stories Are in Our Bones is a Documentary film.
Where was Stories Are in Our Bones produced?
Stories Are in Our Bones was produced in Canada.