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Skydancer

November 13, 2011 1h 15m

Originally released in 2011. Skydancer is a documentary film. directed by Katja Esson. At just 75 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

For more than 120 years, Mohawk ironworkers have raised America’s modern cityscapes. They are called 'sky walkers' because they walk fearlessly atop steel beams just a foot wide, high above the city. In this nuanced portrait of modern Native Americans' double lives, Jerry McDonald Thundercloud and his colleague Sky shuttle between the hard-drinking Brooklyn lodging houses they call home during the week and their rural reservation, a grueling drive six hours north, where a family weekend awaits. While the men are away working, their wives often struggle to keep their children away from the illegal temptations of an economically deprived area.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 13, 2011 14 years ago
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Runtime 1h 15m 75 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Penelope Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Skydancer about?

For more than 120 years, Mohawk ironworkers have raised America’s modern cityscapes. They are called 'sky walkers' because they walk fearlessly atop steel beams just a foot wide, high above the c...

Who directed Skydancer?

Skydancer was directed by Katja Esson.

How long is Skydancer?

Skydancer has a runtime of 1 hours and 15 minutes (75 minutes total).

When was Skydancer released?

Skydancer was released on November 13, 2011 in theaters.