The Road Forward
Originally released in 2017. The Road Forward is a documentary/music film. directed by Marie Clements.
Starring Evan Leslie Adams, Chief Leonard George, and Ronnie Dean Harris
Synopsis
The Road Forward is an electrifying musical documentary that connects a pivotal moment in Canada’s civil rights history—the beginnings of Indian Nationalism in the 1930s—with the powerful momentum of First Nations activism today. Interviews and musical sequences describe how a tiny movement, the Native Brotherhood and Sisterhood, grew to become a successful voice for change across the country. Visually stunning, The Road Forward seamlessly connects past and present through superbly produced story-songs with soaring vocals, blues, rock, and traditional beats.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 30, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
9.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Top Cast
Evan Leslie Adams
as Ed Nahanee
Chief Leonard George
as Native Voice Stringer (as Leonard George)
Ronnie Dean Harris
as Native Voice Stringer / George Manuel / Singer / Self
Wayne Lavallee
as Native Voice Stringer / Guitar Player / Singer / Self
Jeremy James Lavallee
as Native Voice Stringer / Fiddle Player / Singer / Self
Stephen E. Miller
as Tom Hurley
Latash Maurice Nahanee
as Native Voice Stringer / Singer & Hand Drummer / Self
Corey Payette
as Native Voice Stringer / Singer & Hand Drummer / Self
Murray Porter
as Native Voice Stringer / Keyboard Player / Singer / Self
Russell Wallace
as Native Voice Stringer / Choir Singer / Hand Drummer / Self
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Road Forward about?
The Road Forward is an electrifying musical documentary that connects a pivotal moment in Canada’s civil rights history—the beginnings of Indian Nationalism in the 1930s—with the powerful mom...
Who directed The Road Forward?
The Road Forward was directed by Marie Clements.
How long is The Road Forward?
The Road Forward has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was The Road Forward released?
The Road Forward was released on April 30, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Road Forward?
The main cast of The Road Forward includes Evan Leslie Adams, Chief Leonard George, Ronnie Dean Harris, Wayne Lavallee, Jeremy James Lavallee.