Film Lens
Inhabitants presents the relationship between Native Americans and their landscapes, focusing on how these communities have managed deserts, coastlines, forests, mountains, and prairies in the United States. It addresses the historical impact of colonization on traditional land management practices and the ongoing efforts of Native communities to restore these practices in the face of the climate crisis.
The documentary emphasizes the importance of ancient methods for environmental sustainability. It illustrates how the original inhabitants of North America are reclaiming their roles as caretakers of the land, making their traditional knowledge increasingly relevant to contemporary ecological issues.
Why Watch
- •Meet Bill Tripp and other Native leaders restoring land management.
- •Find out how ancient practices combat the climate crisis.
- •See the impact of colonization on Native land stewardship.
Did You Know
•The film features Native American stewardship of five types of landscapes: deserts, coastlines, forests, mountains, and prairies.
•Inhabitants was directed by Costa Boutsikaris and released in 2021.
•The documentary has a runtime of 76 minutes.
•The film includes perspectives from individuals like Bill Tripp and Teri Dahle.
Perfect For
Indigenous rights advocatesEnvironmental sustainabilityCultural heritage enthusiasts