Director(s):
A young Iñupiaq artist connects to ancestral lands through her work. As she paints, she reflects on climate change and its effects on Alaska Native villages. She narrates the motivation behind the portrait while exploring her role in the preservation of land and culture. The film aims to honor the strength and legacy of Indigenous people.
- Written and Directed by Alexis Anoruk Sallee (Iñupiaq)
- Featuring artist Tristan Agnauraq Morgan (Iñupiaq)
- Video Edit, Color, and Sound Design by Alexis Anoruk Sallee
- Music by Ilakus Drum Group, Evan Geiger, and Trevor Kowalski
- Filmed in Nome, Shishmaref, and Anchorage, Alaska
- Dedicated to the women who influence our lives.
- Beautiful
- Courageous
- Fascinating
- Informative
- Ingenious
- Inspiring
- Jaw-Dropping
- Persuasive
Darik6 years ago
An amazing piece of work! Awesome job Tristan!
Richard6 years ago
This is a beautiful and inspiring film.
Ari6 years ago
The cinematography and colors are gorgeous!!
Maris6 years ago
Beutiful! All the success in the world to you <3
Karen6 years ago
Beautiful! I too am an Inupiaq artist, and was touched by her painting. Amazing!
Linda6 years ago
Wow!!!
Monique6 years ago
This is beautiful! I was touched by the artist's voiceover alongside the images of nature and her paintings. They can't be separated. They are essentially one and the same. Just like Mother Earth and us. We cannot separate ourselves from the land we live on and off of and expect things to go well. Thank you for paying homage to the resiliency of indigenous people.. Well done!
Franklin6 years ago
Strength and love radiate in each piece. Talented artist who will become an icon in indigenous art culture
Kang6 years ago
Resilient, yet beautiful!!
Donna6 years ago
Very beautiful, I love the ocean drone shots.