Double feature block of White Buffalo Presents: Voices Of The West & The Big Raise
White Buffalo Presents: Voices Of The West | Dir. Cam Mackey | 49 min | Documentary | USA
Set against the majestic landscapes of Montana and Wyoming, “Voices Of The West” celebrates the contributions of Native Americans to the origins of American cowboy culture.
Long viewed as the domain of white men and women of European descent, this documentary follows the lives of modern Native Americans as they work their land and livestock, participate in regional rodeo events, and reflect on the rich history of the “Indian Cowboy.”
On the wings of a powerful and sometimes haunting musical soundtrack from country music star Ian Munsick, “Voices of the West” challenges our perception of the American cowboy and acknowledges the rich heritage of Native Americans in the formation of the modern West.
The Big Raise (alt. La Grande Raisandière) | Dir. Angelina Lee | 40 min | Documentary, Short | USA
BBC journalist Alexis Rowell changed everything when he realized the Arctic would melt in his lifetime. He sold his car, stopped flying, and drastically reduced his household waste. He and his partner Blanche Lepetit founded a permaculture farm and learning center in France called La Grande Raisandière, or "The Big Raise," teaching people new ways to grow nutritious food while actively repairing the soil. Their low-impact living addresses the current environmental crisis, and promotes a more reciprocal relationship between humans and the rest of the natural world. They incorporate solar panels, EV chargers, rainwater capture, forest gardens, composting, and more. The film follows their small farm through lively workshops and autumn harvest.
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