Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters
“Witness the recording of an album that gives a voice to the centuries-long struggles of Black women.”
Synopsis
In January 2018, Rhiannon Giddens, Amythyst Kiah, Leyla McCalla, and Allison Russell collaborated on a groundbreaking and deeply personal album for Smithsonian Folkways called "Songs of Our Native Daughters." The result was a powerful, modern take on Black women's history and America's shared, but often hidden, musical roots. From a secluded Louisiana bayou recording studio to electrifying concerts around the country, witness four incredible musicians on an extraordinary creative journey.
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Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters Sneak Peek | Smithsonian ChannelOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-02-18
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 22, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lynne Robinson
- Screenplay & Story
- Sundi Lofty
- Original Title
- Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 44m
- Production Studios
- Smithsonian Channel, Black Robin Media
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lynne Robinson
Sundi Lofty
Derek Allen
Lynne Robinson, Sundi Lofty
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Lynne Robinson
Director
Sundi Lofty
Writer
Sundi Lofty
Producer
Derek Allen
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What is Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters about?
In January 2018, Rhiannon Giddens, Amythyst Kiah, Leyla McCalla, and Allison Russell collaborated on a groundbreaking and deeply personal album for Smithsonian Folkways called "Songs of Our Native Daughters." The result was a powerful, modern take on Black women's history and America's shared, but often hidden, musical roots. From a secluded Louisiana bayou recording studio to electrifying concerts around the country, witness four incredible musicians on an extraordinary creative journey.
Who directed Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters?
Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters was directed by Lynne Robinson.
Who stars in Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters?
The principal cast of Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters includes Rhiannon Giddens, Amythyst Kiah, Leyla McCalla, Allison Russell, Latoya Ransom.
When was Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters released and how long is it?
Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 44m.