Before America
Synopsis
Before America is a cinematic documentary uncovering the Indigenous histories of Michigan long before the United States existed. From the 1763 uprising at Fort Michilimackinac to Odawa trail trees and the overlooked women of Fort Detroit, the film reveals how Anishinaabe nations shaped Great Lakes history and helped spark the chain of events that ultimately pushed the American colonies.
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The War Before 1776 That Changed America
Type: Clip • Published 2026-07-07
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- Director
- Adam N. White, Kara Martinelli White, Nicole Zaremba
- Original Title
- Before America
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 27m
- Production Studios
- WKAR-TV (US), Hemlock Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adam N. White, Kara Martinelli White, Nicole Zaremba
Brennan Mahokey, Adam N. White, Kara Martinelli White
Adam N. White, Kara Martinelli White, Nicole Zaremba
Department Leadership Roster
Adam N. White
Producer
Adam N. White
Director
Kara Martinelli White
Director
Kara Martinelli White
Producer
Nicole Zaremba
Director
Nicole Zaremba
Producer
Brennan Mahokey
Editor
Adam N. White
Editor
Kara Martinelli White
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Before America
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What is Before America about?
Before America is a cinematic documentary uncovering the Indigenous histories of Michigan long before the United States existed. From the 1763 uprising at Fort Michilimackinac to Odawa trail trees and the overlooked women of Fort Detroit, the film reveals how Anishinaabe nations shaped Great Lakes history and helped spark the chain of events that ultimately pushed the American colonies.
Who directed Before America?
Before America was directed by Adam N. White, Kara Martinelli White, Nicole Zaremba.
Who stars in Before America?
The principal cast of Before America includes Eric Hemenway, Heather Bruegl, Craig Wilson, Karen Marrero.
When was Before America released and how long is it?
Before America was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 27m.