Colliding Worlds
Four generations of the Mono people work to maintain cultural traditions such as acorn collecting, music, dance, and powwows.
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Four generations of the Mono people work to maintain cultural traditions such as acorn collecting, music, dance, and powwows.
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In the Sierra Nevada region, the Mono or Western Monache people, known as the "People Who Live Where the Cedar Trees Start to Grow" (Wah-up-weh-tuhneum), engage in traditional practices that have persisted through four generations. The film captures their efforts in acorn collecting, food preparation, and cultural expressions such as music, dance, powwows, and games. These activities reflect a commitment to preserving their heritage and passing it on to future generations. The documentary runs for 31 minutes and was released in 1980.
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