Like the Trees
Originally released in 1974. Like the Trees is a documentary film. directed by Kathleen Shannon. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rose
Synopsis
This short film is told in the first person by Rose, a Métis woman from northern Alberta who has left a difficult life in the city to rediscover her roots by returning to her Woodland Cree community. Rose reveals the racism, isolation and health issues she faced when trying to make a life for herself outside her home community, and how she is able to help others now that she has reconnected to her culture. The film is part of a 1970s series of eleven films title Working Mothers by producer/director Kathleen Shannon, exposing inequality for women in accessing education, childcare, and equal pay. These films led to the creation of Studio D at the National Film Board, the world’s first feminist production studio.
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- Released
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- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Like the Trees about?
This short film is told in the first person by Rose, a Métis woman from northern Alberta who has left a difficult life in the city to rediscover her roots by returning to her Woodland Cree communi...
Who directed Like the Trees?
Like the Trees was directed by Kathleen Shannon.
How long is Like the Trees?
Like the Trees has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was Like the Trees released?
Like the Trees was released on July 7, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Like the Trees?
The main cast of Like the Trees includes Rose.