
White Shamans and Plastic Medicine Men
This documentary deals with the popularization and commercialization of Native American spiritual traditions by Non-Indians. Important questions are asked of those seeking to commercially exploit Tribal rituals and sacred ceremonies...and those vested with safeguarding sacred ways. The film represents a wide range of voices from Native communities, and speaks to issues of cultural appropriation with humor, righteous anger, and thoughtful insight.
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White Shamans and Plastic Medicine Men
- Overview
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Oct 31, 1996
Runtime
0h 28m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
80%
Original Title
White Shamans and Plastic Medicine Men
Director
Terry Macy
Budget
$75,000
Description
This documentary deals with the popularization and commercialization of Native American spiritual traditions by Non-Indians. Important questions are asked of those seeking to commercially exploit Tribal rituals and sacred ceremonies...and those vested with safeguarding sacred ways. The film represents a wide range of voices from Native communities, and speaks to issues of cultural appropriation with humor, righteous anger, and thoughtful insight.
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