Lunenburg Doc Fest 2022

WORDS MATTER

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WORDS MATTER
Mi'kmaw poet and published author Rebecca Thomas uses words for a living, but she can't speak the language stolen from her father at residential school.
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The power of names and language unify this selection of shorts that explore changing identities and the intrinsic qualities and impact of words.

VIEWING REGION: Canada


Language: English and Mik'maw


Mi'kmaw poet and published author Rebecca Thomas uses words for a living, but she can't speak the language stolen from her father at residential school. Words Matter follows her journey to reclaim the language while exploring the complicated past that's kept it from her

  • Year
    2022
  • Runtime
    22 minutes
  • Language
    Mik'maw, English
  • Country
    Canada
  • Director
    Stephanie Joline
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