The Urban Relocation Program (1952-1973) caused the largest voluntary displacement of Native Americans in the 20th century.
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The Urban Relocation Program (1952-1973) caused the largest voluntary displacement of Native Americans in the 20th century.
Synopsis
Larry T. Pourier's Urban Rez presents personal stories from Native Americans affected by the Urban Relocation Program, which ran from 1952 to 1973. The documentary details how government policies encouraged relocation from rural reservations to urban areas. It features modern analysis and reflects on the lasting impact of this upheaval on different tribes. Released in 2013, it won a Heartland Emmy Award for Best Cultural Documentary.
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Why Watch
- Meet Native Americans affected by relocation policies.
- See the impact of the Urban Relocation Program.
- Find out why it won a Heartland Emmy Award.
Did You Know
- The Urban Relocation Program occurred from 1952 to 1973.
- Urban Rez won the 2013 Heartland Emmy Award for Best Cultural Documentary.
- The film was an Official Selection at the 2013 Native American Indian & Video Festival.
- Urban Rez screened at the 2014 First Nations Film and Video Festival.
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What is the Urban Relocation Program?
The Urban Relocation Program was a policy from 1952 to 1973 that encouraged Native Americans to relocate from rural areas to urban centers.
What awards did Urban Rez win?
Urban Rez won the 2013 Heartland Emmy Award for Best Cultural Documentary and was the Best Documentary Short Winner at the 2013 American Indian Festival.
Who directed Urban Rez?
Urban Rez was directed by Larry T. Pourier and written by Lisa D. Olken.
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