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Mohawk Girls
Four young women are figuring out how to be Mohawk in the 21st century, to find their place in the world and, of course, try to find love. But in a small world where you or your friends have dated everyone on the rez, or the hot new guy turns out to be your cousin, it ain’t that simple. Torn between family pressure, tradition, obligation and the intoxicating freedom of the “outside world,” this fabulous foursome is on a mission to find happiness… and to find themselves.
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Plot Summary
Mohawk Girls is a documentary that follows a group of teenage girls growing up on the Mohawk territory of Kahnawake. The film explores their challenges and triumphs as they navigate adolescence, identity, and their place within their community and the wider world. It highlights their dreams, aspirations, and the unique pressures they face as young Indigenous women.
Critical Reception
Mohawk Girls received positive reviews, with critics often praising its authentic portrayal of teenage life and its focus on the resilience and strength of young Indigenous women. The documentary was commended for its sensitive direction and compelling personal narratives.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intimate and authentic look at the lives of Indigenous teenage girls.
Applauded for highlighting the complexities of identity and community.
Noted for its sensitive and empathetic portrayal of its subjects.
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Awards & Accolades
Audience Award at the imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival (2017)
Fun Fact
Director Tracey Deer herself grew up on the Kahnawake Mohawk territory, bringing a personal understanding to the film's subject matter.
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