Dawnland
"A documentary about cultural survival and stolen children"
Originally released in 2018. Dawnland is a documentary film. directed by Ben Pender-Cudlip. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
They were forced to assimilate into white society: children ripped away from their families, depriving them of their culture and erasing their identities. Can reconciliation help heal the scars from childhoods lost? "Dawnland" is the untold story of Indigenous child removal in the US through the nation's first-ever government-endorsed truth and reconciliation commission, which investigated the devastating impact of Maine’s child welfare practices on the Wabanaki people.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 14, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Directors
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dawnland about?
They were forced to assimilate into white society: children ripped away from their families, depriving them of their culture and erasing their identities. Can reconciliation help heal the scars fro...
Who directed Dawnland?
Dawnland was directed by Ben Pender-Cudlip.
How long is Dawnland?
Dawnland has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Dawnland released?
Dawnland was released on June 14, 2018 in theaters.