Over 100 hours of archival footage and audio recreate the 1985 blockade of Lyell Island by the Haida Nation to protect old-growth forests from logging.
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Over 100 hours of archival footage and audio recreate the 1985 blockade of Lyell Island by the Haida Nation to protect old-growth forests from logging.
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On Lyell Island in the fall of 1985, members of the Haida Nation blockaded a logging road to protect their old-growth forests. Directed by Christopher Auchter, The Stand combines archival footage and animation to depict this significant protest. The film illustrates the Haida's demands for collaboration with the government regarding land protection. Premiering at the 2024 Vancouver International Film Festival, it received an honourable mention and the Northern Lights audience award. The documentary was later nominated for the DGC Allan King Award for Best Documentary Film.
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Why Watch
- Watch the Haida Nation's 1985 blockade of Lyell Island.
- See the blend of archival footage and animation.
- Find out about the fight to protect old-growth forests.
Did You Know
- The Stand received an honourable mention at the 2024 Vancouver International Film Festival.
- The film won the Northern Lights audience award at the same festival.
- It was selected for the 2025 Big Sky Documentary Film Festival.
- The US premiere took place on February 17, 2025.
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Who directed The Stand?
The Stand was directed by Christopher Auchter.
When did The Stand premiere?
The Stand premiered at the 2024 Vancouver International Film Festival.
What award did The Stand win at the Vancouver International Film Festival?
The Stand received the Northern Lights audience award at the Vancouver International Film Festival.
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