Features 4 films by Alanis Obomsawin. Her lifelong documentary project finds vibrant expression and focus within this remarkable collection of four films.The 1990 Oka Crisis re-ignited historic First Nations grievances and galvanized collective resolve like few other events in recent history. With characteristic courage and generosity, Obomsawin was present to record the experience, crafting this compelling four-part tribute to cultural resistance and pride.Woven around her subjects' testimony is her own unmistakably elegant narration - measured and impassioned, committed and clear - the voice of a storyteller who's always listening.

Contains the films Kanesatake: 270 Years of Resistance; My Name is Kahentiiosta; Spudwrench: Kahnawake Man; Rocks at Whiskey Trench.