Mother of Many Children 1977 Directed by Alanis Obomsawin

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.

Countries Canada , USA
Production Country Canada
Language English
Gnere Documentary
Production Company ONF | NFB
Release Date 18 September 1977
58 mins
Cast
Alanis Obomsawin Narrator (voice)