Spirit of the Peaks (2021)
For Hunkpapa Lakota skier Connor Ryan, skiing in Ute Territory has always raised questions about being in reciprocity with the land and its people. As an Indigenous person and skier, he empathizes with the injustices that have displaced the Utes and ongoing colonization impacting the Ute people. This story connects conflicted pasts to an awakening in cultural awareness that can create an equitable future for Indigenous people and skiers.
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 40 min
Release Date: November 30, 2021
Cast
Screenplay
- Connor Ryan (Co-Writer)
- Tim Kressin (Co-Writer)
Editing: Tim Kressin
Production: REI Co-op Studios
Original Language: en
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Spirit of the Peaks about?
- For Hunkpapa Lakota skier Connor Ryan, skiing in Ute Territory has always raised questions about being in reciprocity with the land and its people. As an Indigenous person and skier, he empathizes with the injustices that have displaced the Utes and ongoing colonization impacting the Ute people. This story connects conflicted pasts to an awakening in cultural awareness that can create an equitable future for Indigenous people and skiers.
- Who stars in Spirit of the Peaks?
- Spirit of the Peaks stars Connor Ryan, Lorelai Cloud, Teal Lehto, Bird Red, Cody Townsend.
- How long is Spirit of the Peaks?
- Spirit of the Peaks has a runtime of 40m (40 minutes).
- What genre is Spirit of the Peaks?
- Spirit of the Peaks is a Documentary film.