They wanted the new arrivals to know that there were other Indian families here. Powers likes the idea of a film that highlights the work of American Indian women. I think Indian women are very powerful, she says. They ve been the backbone of the tribes traditionally and now continue to take on that role. Yet nobody tells their story their pain and their joys and successes.
Nobody hears about all their accomplishments.
The film has involved numerous interviews with League volunteers and the families of the League s founders. Powers admits that her heritage has opened doors. The people we spoke with were really happy to see an American Indian crew, she says. They viewed us as more trustworthy. Hart has found that connection to be crucial for many Native American productions.