Naturally Native
“Sometimes When You're Going Home, It's Important To Know Where You've Come From...”
Synopsis
Naturally Native follows the lives, loves, pain, joy and relationships of three sisters as they attempt to start their own business. Of American Indian ancestry, but adopted by white foster parents as young children, each sister has her own identity issues and each has chosen a very different career path. Now dedicated to starting a Native cosmetic business, they attempt to overcome obstacles both in the business world and in the home. A touching love story of family and culture, Naturally Native also interweaves a subtle, but strong wake-up call regarding the treatment of Native people in corporate America. Naturally Native also provides some insight into tribal infrastructure and gaming issues.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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NATURALLY NATIVE Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-11-25
Top Cast
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Valerie Red-Horse
Vickie Lewis Bighawk
Yvonne Russo
Joanne Chapa
Irene Bedard
Tanya Lewis
Kimberly Guerrero
Karen Lewis
Pato Hoffmann
Steve Bighawk
Mark Abbott
Mark
Collin Bernsen
Craig
Mary Kay Place
Madame Celeste
Carol Potter
Rape Counselor
Floyd 'Red Crow' Westerman
Chairman Pico
Max Gail
Mr. Carson
Jerry Rector
Policeman
Kevin Cloud Brechner
Extra
Lowell Raven
Vickie Lewis Bighawk's son
Courtney Red-Horse Mohl
Vickie Lewis Bighawk's Daughter
Robert J. Thissen
Party Cook
Akima
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 8, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$700K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$11K
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.02x
-$689K deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Valerie Red-Horse, Jennifer Wynne Farmer
- Screenplay & Story
- Valerie Red-Horse
- Original Score
- Murielle Hamilton
- Original Title
- Naturally Native
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Budget
- $700K
- Worldwide Gross
- $11K
- Production Studios
- Red-Horse Native Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Valerie Red-Horse, Jennifer Wynne Farmer
Valerie Red-Horse
Murielle Hamilton
Bruce L. Finn
Lorraine Salk
Valerie Red-Horse, Yvonne Russo, Dawn Jackson
Department Leadership Roster
Irene Fredericks
Costume Design
Kee Miller
Production Design
Valerie Red-Horse
Director
Valerie Red-Horse
Producer
Lorraine Salk
Editor
Jennifer Wynne Farmer
Director
Yvonne Russo
Producer
Valerie Red-Horse
Writer
Bruce L. Finn
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Naturally Native
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What is Naturally Native about?
Naturally Native follows the lives, loves, pain, joy and relationships of three sisters as they attempt to start their own business. Of American Indian ancestry, but adopted by white foster parents as young children, each sister has her own identity issues and each has chosen a very different career path. Now dedicated to starting a Native cosmetic business, they attempt to overcome obstacles both in the business world and in the home. A touching love story of family and culture, Naturally Native also interweaves a subtle, but strong wake-up call regarding the treatment of Native people in corporate America. Naturally Native also provides some insight into tribal infrastructure and gaming issues.
Who directed Naturally Native?
Naturally Native was directed by Valerie Red-Horse, Jennifer Wynne Farmer.
Who stars in Naturally Native?
The principal cast of Naturally Native includes Valerie Red-Horse, Yvonne Russo, Irene Bedard, Kimberly Guerrero, Pato Hoffmann.
When was Naturally Native released and how long is it?
Naturally Native was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
What was the box office and production budget of Naturally Native?
Naturally Native had a reported production budget of $700K and grossed $11K at the worldwide box office (0.02 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Naturally Native?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Naturally Native was composed by Murielle Hamilton.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Naturally Native?
Naturally Native holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).