Synopsis
85% of the Pine Ridge Reservation's population faces unemployment, prompting Alex White Plume to plant industrial hemp in search of economic opportunity.
Synopsis
Alex White Plume, a resident of South Dakota's Pine Ridge Reservation, believed he could cultivate industrial hemp legally after the Oglala Sioux Tribe passed an ordinance distinguishing it from marijuana. With hopes of creating a sustainable economy, he and his family planted the crop, unaware of the legal battles that would ensue. "Standing Silent Nation," directed by Suree Towfighnia, documents their struggle over tribal sovereignty and economic rights, revealing the challenges faced by the community in 2007.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Alex White Plume from Pine Ridge Reservation.
- See the impact of tribal sovereignty on hemp production.
- Find out about the legal battles faced by the family.
Did You Know
- The film was awarded three Red Nation Film Festival awards in 2009.
- Standing Silent Nation aired as part of PBS's Point of View series in 2007.
- The documentary has a duration of 53 minutes.
- Alex White Plume is a resident of the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed Standing Silent Nation?
Standing Silent Nation was directed by Suree Towfighnia.
What year did Standing Silent Nation air on PBS?
Standing Silent Nation aired as part of PBS's Point of View series in 2007.
What awards did Standing Silent Nation win?
In 2009, Standing Silent Nation won awards for Best Director, Best Producer, and Best Documentary at the Red Nation Film Festival.
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