
The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey
Synopsis
The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey is a 1978 American short documentary film directed by Jerry Aronson. Filmed over eight years, this chronicles the personal and political hardships faced by three Chippewa Indians. It was nominated in 1978 for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jerry Aronson
- Screenplay & Story
- Joe Bageant, Vine DeLoria Jr., Syd Field
- Original Title
- The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 33m
- Production Studios
- Phoenix Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jerry Aronson
Joe Bageant, Vine DeLoria Jr., Syd Field
Jerry Aronson, Bob Eisenhardt
Department Leadership Roster
Jerry Aronson
Director
Joe Bageant
Writer
Vine DeLoria Jr.
Writer
Jerry Aronson
Editor
Syd Field
Writer
Bob Eisenhardt
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey about?
The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey is a 1978 American short documentary film directed by Jerry Aronson. Filmed over eight years, this chronicles the personal and political hardships faced by three Chippewa Indians. It was nominated in 1978 for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.
Who directed The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey?
The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey was directed by Jerry Aronson.
Who stars in The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey?
The principal cast of The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey includes Not specified.
When was The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey released and how long is it?
The Divided Trail: A Native American Odyssey was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 33m.
