BSM's annual participation in the Free Library's One Book One Philadelphia program inspired this thought-provoking film series, Modern Voices in Indigenous Film. Come join us and enjoy some fascinating films & discussion.
Questions? Contact Liam O'Donnell, BSM's Arts Marshal, at liam@broadstreetministry.org or 215 259 8276
Modern Voices in Indigenous Film: Mohawk Girls
Wednesday, February 2, 7:30 p.m.
Broad Street Ministry
315 S. Broad St., 215-735-4847
On Wednesdays in February, Broad Street Ministry will showcase films written, directed by, and starring indigenous peoples. In Mohawk Girls, documentary filmmaker Tracey Deer captures the lives of three Mohawk teenagers as they struggle with the desire to stay close to their traditional community on the reserve while also wanting to explore the wider world.
Modern Voices in Indigenous Film: The Only Good Indian
Wednesday, February 9, 7:30 p.m.
Broad Street Ministry
315 S. Broad St., 215-735-4847
Follow the perilous journey of a young Native American boy in Kansas at the turn of the 20th century as he escapes from the cruel world of a distant Indian boarding school and tries to make his way back home.
Modern Voices in Indigenous Film: Rabbit-Proof Fence
Wednesday, February 16, 7:30 p.m.
Broad Street Ministry
315 S. Broad St., 215-735-4847
Aboriginal sisters Molly and Gracie use their knowledge of the Australian countryside to escape from a re-education camp and return to their home in Jigalog, evading pursuit by local law enforcement every step of the way.
Modern Voices in Indigenous Film: Smoke Signals
Wednesday, February 23, 7:30 p.m.
Based on Sherman Alexie’s short story, “This is What It Means to Say Phoenix, Arizona,” this coming-of-age tale follows the journey of Victor and Thomas, two young Coeur d’Alene men who confront issues of identity and family while on a journey to collect the remains of Victor’s father. Screening will be followed by a discussion with Susan Adelman, creator of the popular “Inside the Characters” film discussion series at Bryn Mawr Film Institute.
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