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Wild Rice

January 1, 1980 0h 11m

Originally released in 1980. Wild Rice is a documentary film. directed by Robert Lower. At just 11 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

This short documentary explores how the First Nations staple of wild rice is exported as a luxury food thanks in part to bush pilots. Follow the families of the Pauingassi band as they comb the reedy shores with brooms, paddles and baskets for manomim (wild rice).

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1980 46 years ago
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Runtime 0h 11m 11 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wild Rice about?

This short documentary explores how the First Nations staple of wild rice is exported as a luxury food thanks in part to bush pilots. Follow the families of the Pauingassi band as they comb the ree...

Who directed Wild Rice?

Wild Rice was directed by Robert Lower.

How long is Wild Rice?

Wild Rice has a runtime of 0 hours and 11 minutes (11 minutes total).

When was Wild Rice released?

Wild Rice was released on January 1, 1980 in theaters.