Vistas - 13 short films on the theme of "nationhood". Produced by the National Film Board of Canada and APTN.
Combining archival photos with new and found footage, this short film presents a personal, impressionistic rendering of what it's like growing up Mi'kmaq in Newfoundland, while living in a culture of denial.
Ages 14 to 17
Diversity - Identity
History and Citizenship Education - Culture and Currents of Thought (1500-present)
Indigenous Studies - Identity/Society
Media Education - Film and Video Production
Compare the significance of the opening scenes with the series of doors that reveal various milestones to the final scene showing the protagonist standing next to his daughter. Explore what gives unity to the film narrative in this multi-media presentation. The colour red plays a subtle though prominent role in describing identity. Explain how the use of colour in Red Ochre signifies First Nations pride but also reveals issues of cultural conflict.