One of today's most important documentary filmmakers Alanis Obomsawin has dedicated her life's
work to shining a light on the injustices experienced by Canada's Indigenous people. This
retrospective monograph features an extensive interview with Obomsawin and includes stills and
reflections on her entire career including her most recent series devoted to the rights of
Indigenous children. Never shying away from controversy Obomsawin's films have played a
critical role in exposing ongoing systemic bias towards Indigenous populations-from fishing
rights and education to health care and treaty violations. Obomsawin is also a graphic artist
and she incorporates her often dream-inspired etchings and prints into many of her films. This
volume includes illuminating essays exploring Obomsawin's practice and mission as well as
personal commentary from collaborators archival materials and photographs from the
filmmaker's personal life and professional exploits. As Obomsawin closes in on her ninth decade
of life-and fifth decade behind the camera-this beautifully illustrated record of her
astounding body of work and tireless efforts on behalf of Indigenous peoples and culture is an
inspiring celebration of the power of film to dramatically change the course of history.
