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202495 minGdocumentary

Without Arrows

202495 minGdocumentary

After 13 years in Philadelphia, Delwin Fiddler Jr. returns to the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota to reconnect with his Lakota heritage.

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Jonathan Olshefski,

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After 13 years in Philadelphia, Delwin Fiddler Jr. returns to the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota to reconnect with his Lakota heritage.

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Jonathan Olshefskidirector

Elizabeth Daydirector

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Delwin Fiddler Jr. returns to the Cheyenne River Reservation in South Dakota after 13 years in Philadelphia. A champion grass dancer, he seeks to reconnect with his Lakota heritage. He leaves behind city life to address family tragedy and protect cultural traditions. Through dance, Delwin aims to heal and embrace his ancestral roots in a setting that holds deep significance for him and his community. The film runs for 95 minutes and was released in 2024.

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