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Lakota Nation vs. United States
Poet Layli Long Soldier crafts a searing portrait of her Oyate’s connection to the Black Hills, through first contact and broken treaties to the promise of the Land Back movement, in this lyrical testament to resilience of a nation.
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Plot Summary
This documentary explores the history of the Lakota people and their ongoing struggle for sovereignty against the United States government. It delves into broken treaties, land dispossession, and the resilience of the Lakota Nation. The film highlights key historical moments and contemporary issues, emphasizing the fight for self-determination.
Critical Reception
The film has been critically acclaimed for its powerful storytelling, historical accuracy, and its vital perspective on Indigenous rights. Reviewers have praised its emotional impact and its importance in understanding the complexities of Native American history and the ongoing treaties disputes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its profound historical insight and unwavering focus on Lakota sovereignty.
Commended for its deeply moving narrative and its exploration of justice and resilience.
Recognized for its essential contribution to understanding Indigenous perspectives on American history.
Google audience: Audiences have widely praised the documentary for its educational value, emotional resonance, and its powerful presentation of the Lakota people's perspective on their history with the United States. Many found it to be an important and eye-opening film.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the 2023 Film Independent Spirit Awards. Won the Audience Award at the 2022 Santa Fe Independent Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film features extensive archival footage and interviews with tribal elders, historians, and activists, offering a multifaceted view of the Lakota Nation's historical grievances and their ongoing pursuit of justice.
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