We are not legends
What is it like to be young and grow up on a reserve? Focussing on music lessons, the film reveals the complex relationships that Indigenous youth can have with their “white” teachers. How can two cultures come together? A question the film asks, while inviting us into the private worlds of three Atikamekw teenagers, Myrann, Wapan and Seskin, who are trying to build their future and find a place in this world.
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We are not legends
- Overview
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 2019
Runtime
0h 52m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
80%
Original Title
Chemin Atikamekw
Production Companies
Niska ASBL
Director
Hélène Collin
Description
What is it like to be young and grow up on a reserve? Focussing on music lessons, the film reveals the complex relationships that Indigenous youth can have with their “white” teachers. How can two cultures come together? A question the film asks, while inviting us into the private worlds of three Atikamekw teenagers, Myrann, Wapan and Seskin, who are trying to build their future and find a place in this world.