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When two Indigenous women meet under frightful circumstances, they build a relationship by facing domestic violence, racism and a long history of colonialism in Vancouver. That’s what “The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open” is about. It’s a new film (released Nov. 29 on Netflix) by Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers (Blackfoot and Sámi) and Kathleen Hepburn featuring actor Violet Nelson (Kwakwaka’wakw First Nation). We’ll speak with some of the creatives on this project about highlighting the issues of violence against Native women in an emotional film that’s already getting rave reviews.
Guests:
Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers (Blackfoot from the Blood Reserve and Sami) – co-writer and co-director of “The Body Remembers When the World Broke Open,” and actor who played Áila
Kathleen Hepburn – co-writer and co-director
Break 1 music: Mommy’s Little Guy (song) Fawn Wood (artist) Iskwewak (album)
Break 2 music: Qimuksiq Dogsled Ride (song) PIQSIQ (artist) Quviasugvik: In Search of Harmony (album)
