In Whose Honor? (1997)
Washington Redskins, Cleveland Indians, Atlanta Braves — Indian mascots and nicknames have historically been first draft picks in American sports. But for Charlene Teters, a Spokane Indian, transplanting cultural rituals onto the field is a symbol of disrespect. Jay Rosenstein follows Teters' evolution from mother and student into a leading voice against the merchandising of Native American symbols — and shows the lengths fans will go to preserve their mascots.
Director: Jay Rosenstein
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 49 min
Release Date: July 15, 1997
Screenplay
Editing: Jay Rosenstein
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
native american, racist stereotype, cultural misappropriation
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is In Whose Honor? about?
- Washington Redskins, Cleveland Indians, Atlanta Braves — Indian mascots and nicknames have historically been first draft picks in American sports. But for Charlene Teters, a Spokane Indian, transplanting cultural rituals onto the field is a symbol of disrespect. Jay Rosenstein follows Teters' evolution from mother and student into a leading voice against the merchandising of Native American symbols — and shows the lengths fans will go to preserve their mascots.
- Who directed In Whose Honor??
- In Whose Honor? was directed by Jay Rosenstein.
- How long is In Whose Honor??
- In Whose Honor? has a runtime of 49m (49 minutes).
- What genre is In Whose Honor??
- In Whose Honor? is a Documentary film.
- Where was In Whose Honor? produced?
- In Whose Honor? was produced in United States of America.