8.0Women in the Shadows · 1991
Women in the Shadows (1991) is a Documentary / History film directed by Norma Bailey, starring Christine Welsh, Carmen Roenspiess, Jessica Wallman.
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8.0Overview
Filmed on location in Saskatchewan from the Qu'Appelle Valley to Hudson Bay, the documentary traces the filmmaker's quest for her Native foremothers in spite of the reluctance to speak about Native roots on the part of her relatives. The film articulates Métis women's experience with racism in both current and historical context, and examines the forces that pushed them into the shadows.
Cast
Christine Welsh, Carmen Roenspiess, Jessica Wallman, David Zelionka, Brenda Knoll, Jamie Sarophim, Sophia Stone, Sharon Moberly
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What is "Women in the Shadows" about?
Filmed on location in Saskatchewan from the Qu'Appelle Valley to Hudson Bay, the documentary traces the filmmaker's quest for her Native foremothers in spite of the reluctance to speak about Native roots on the part of her relatives. The film articulates Métis women's experience with racism in both current and historical context, and examines the forces that pushed them into the shadows.
When was "Women in the Shadows" released?
Women in the Shadows was released in 1991.
Who stars in "Women in the Shadows"?
The cast includes Christine Welsh, Carmen Roenspiess, Jessica Wallman, David Zelionka.
