Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance
Synopsis
In July 1990, a dispute over a proposed golf course to be built on Kanien’kéhaka (Mohawk) lands in Oka, Quebec, sets the stage for a historic confrontation that would grab international headlines and sear itself into the Canadian consciousness.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alanis Obomsawin
- Screenplay & Story
- Alanis Obomsawin
- Original Score
- Claude Vendette, Francis Grandmont
- Original Title
- Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alanis Obomsawin
Alanis Obomsawin
Claude Vendette, Francis Grandmont
Sylvain Julienne, Jean-Pierre Rancourt, Marcel Poulin
Yurij Luhovy
Wolf Koenig, Alanis Obomsawin
Department Leadership Roster
Alanis Obomsawin
Director
Wolf Koenig
Producer
Alanis Obomsawin
Producer
Yurij Luhovy
Editor
Alanis Obomsawin
Writer
Claude Vendette
Original Music Composer
Francis Grandmont
Original Music Composer
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What is Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance about?
In July 1990, a dispute over a proposed golf course to be built on Kanien’kéhaka (Mohawk) lands in Oka, Quebec, sets the stage for a historic confrontation that would grab international headlines and sear itself into the Canadian consciousness.
Who directed Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance?
Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance was directed by Alanis Obomsawin.
Who stars in Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance?
The principal cast of Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance includes Alanis Obomsawin, Jack Burning, Herbie Barnes, Ethel Blondin, Robert Bourassa.
When was Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance released and how long is it?
Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
Who composed the musical score for Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance was composed by Claude Vendette, Francis Grandmont.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance?
Kanehsatake, 270 Years of Resistance holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.