Hands of History
Synopsis
This documentary follows four female First Nations artists—Doreen Jensen, Rena Point Bolton, Jane Ash Poitras and Joane Cardinal-Schubert are First Nations artists who seek to find a continuum from traditional to contemporary forms of expression. These exceptional artists reveal their philosophies as artists, their techniques and creative styles, and the exaltation they feel when they create. A moving testimony to the role that Indigenous women artists have played in maintaining the voice of their culture.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Loretta Todd
- Original Score
- Annie Frazier Henry, Russell Wallace, Flora Wallace, Wesley Lowe, Doreen Jensen
- Original Title
- Hands of History
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Loretta Todd
Annie Frazier Henry, Russell Wallace, Flora Wallace, Wesley Lowe, Doreen Jensen
Donna Mobbs, Susan Trow, Andreas Poulsson, Robert Riddell, Kirk Tougas
Shirley Anne Claydon
Margaret Pettigrew, Ginny Stikeman
Department Leadership Roster
Annie Frazier Henry
Original Music Composer
Loretta Todd
Director
Margaret Pettigrew
Producer
Shirley Anne Claydon
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
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What is Hands of History about?
This documentary follows four female First Nations artists—Doreen Jensen, Rena Point Bolton, Jane Ash Poitras and Joane Cardinal-Schubert are First Nations artists who seek to find a continuum from traditional to contemporary forms of expression. These exceptional artists reveal their philosophies as artists, their techniques and creative styles, and the exaltation they feel when they create. A moving testimony to the role that Indigenous women artists have played in maintaining the voice of their culture.
Who directed Hands of History?
Hands of History was directed by Loretta Todd.
Who stars in Hands of History?
The principal cast of Hands of History includes Not specified.
When was Hands of History released and how long is it?
Hands of History was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Hands of History?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hands of History was composed by Annie Frazier Henry, Russell Wallace, Flora Wallace, Wesley Lowe, Doreen Jensen.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hands of History?
Hands of History holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).