CinemaOSMovie · 1975 · 0h 14m

Our Dear Sisters

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Alanis Obomsawin, a North American Indian who earns her living by singing and making films, is the mother of an adopted child. She talks about her life, her people, and her responsibilities as a single parent. Her observations shake some of our cultural assumptions.

Directed byKathleen Shannon

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 14m
Language
EN
Released
January 1, 1975
Studios
ONF | NFB

Featuring

Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring
Alanis Obomsawin

Alanis Obomsawin

Self

Creative team
Directed by
Kathleen Shannon
Produced by
Kathleen Shannon

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