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202498 minGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Singing Back the Buffalo

202498 minGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Tasha Hubbard collaborates with Blackfoot Elder Leroy Little Bear to highlight Indigenous efforts in restoring buffalo populations to the Great Plains.

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Tasha Hubbard collaborates with Blackfoot Elder Leroy Little Bear to highlight Indigenous efforts in restoring buffalo populations to the Great Plains.

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Tasha Hubbard, an award-winning Cree filmmaker, joins Blackfoot Elder Leroy Little Bear in a narrative centered on the return of buffalo to the Great Plains. The film addresses the efforts of Indigenous activists and communities working to restore these herds after a troubled history. Through their stories, the documentary illustrates the deep connections between people and buffalo. It also discusses how their resurgence can lead to a new era of sustainability. The film runs for 98 minutes and was released in 2024.

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