The Getikshan and Tsimshian Indians of northern British Columbia live in two worlds. Against the mountains and forests tower the ancient totem poles; the old graveyards reveal past history; on the reserves the traditional crafts are still practised. But in the school games, in the wedding complete with white veil and white rice, and in the sawmill we see how other ways are being adopted. As climax, the film shows the action-packed rodeo at Kispiox.
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ACMI Identifier
309677
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Indians of North America - Industries
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → British Columbia
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indians of North America - Canada
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indians of North America - Rites and ceremonies
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Indians of North America - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Marriage customs and rites
Documentary → Documentary films - Canada
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Indians of North America - Social conditions
Family, Gender Identity, Relationships & Sexuality → Marriage customs and rites
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)