Mother of Many Children (1977)
This film is an album of Native womanhood, portraying a proud matriarchal society that for centuries has been pressured to adopt different standards and customs. All of the women featured share a belief in the importance of tradition as a source of strength in the face of change.
Director: Alanis Obomsawin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 58 min
Release Date: September 18, 1977
Cast
- Alanis Obomsawin - Narrator (voice)
Screenplay
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
Keywords
woman director
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Mother of Many Children about?
- This film is an album of Native womanhood, portraying a proud matriarchal society that for centuries has been pressured to adopt different standards and customs. All of the women featured share a belief in the importance of tradition as a source of strength in the face of change.
- Who directed Mother of Many Children?
- Mother of Many Children was directed by Alanis Obomsawin.
- Who stars in Mother of Many Children?
- Mother of Many Children stars Alanis Obomsawin.
- How long is Mother of Many Children?
- Mother of Many Children has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
- What genre is Mother of Many Children?
- Mother of Many Children is a Documentary film.
- Where was Mother of Many Children produced?
- Mother of Many Children was produced in Canada.