Oscar-nominated Documentary "Sugarcane" Exposes Dark Legacy of Indian Residential Schools
"Sugarcane" investigates systemic abuses in Indian residential schools, spotlighting the unmarked graves discovery and Indigenous stories. Directed by first Indigenous North American Oscar nominee.
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The documentary "Sugarcane," directed by Julian Brave NoiseCat and Emily Kassie, reveals systemic abuses in Canadian residential schools following the discovery of unmarked graves. It exposes infanticide patterns, celebrates the first Indigenous North American Oscar nomination, and promotes a grassroots movement for truth-telling about colonial injustices. With poignant personal stories, the film aims to inspire dialogue on the historical trauma inflicted on Indigenous peoples in North America, highlighting ongoing challenges and the need for further investigations and accountability.
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