Filmed on the Qualla Boundary and Cherokee Nation, ᎤᏕᏲᏅ (What They’ve Been Taught) explores expressions of reciprocity in the Cherokee world, brought to life through a story told by an elder and first language speaker. ᎤᏕᏲᏅ circles the intersection of tradition, language, land and a commitment to maintaining balance. This film was created in collaboration with independent artists from both Cherokee Nation and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
- Year2022
- Runtime9 minutes
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorBrit Hensel
- ProducerTaylor Hensel, Adam Mazo, Kavita Pillay, Tracy Rector
Filmed on the Qualla Boundary and Cherokee Nation, ᎤᏕᏲᏅ (What They’ve Been Taught) explores expressions of reciprocity in the Cherokee world, brought to life through a story told by an elder and first language speaker. ᎤᏕᏲᏅ circles the intersection of tradition, language, land and a commitment to maintaining balance. This film was created in collaboration with independent artists from both Cherokee Nation and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
- Year2022
- Runtime9 minutes
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorBrit Hensel
- ProducerTaylor Hensel, Adam Mazo, Kavita Pillay, Tracy Rector