The Learning Path

Directed by Loretta Todd

59 minutes / Color
Closed Captioned
Release: 1991
Copyright: 1991

Part of AS LONG AS THE RIVERS FLOW series

Native control of education is explored in THE LEARNING PATH. Director Todd, a Metis, introduces Edmonton elders Ann Anderson, Eva Cardinal, and Olive Dickason, remarkable educators who are working with younger natives. They recount harrowing experiences at reservation schools, memories which fuelled their determination to preserve their language and identities. Using a unique blend of documentary footage, dramatic re-enactments, and archival film, Todd weaves together the life stories of three unsung heroines who are making education relevant in today's native communities.

 

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Credits

Produced by James Cullingham & Peter Raymont

Select Accolades

  • Blue Ribbon Winner, 1992 American Film & Video Festival
  • Bronze Apple Winner, 1992 National Educational Film & Video Festival
  • Silver Hugo Winner, 1991 Chicago International Film Festival

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