Indigenous Architecture

Ron Chapman

Indigenous Architecture is a unique and inspiring story of a proud and accomplished collective of Indigenous architects, driving a movement as climate change threatens the planet. They are world leaders in aesthetic, form, sustainability and ultimately protecting mother earth. Their stories have never been more important. From Earth To Sky follows 7 diverse Indigenous architects from North America as they express the vitality of Indigenous architecture through the process, design, and build. The first woman architect in North America, Tammy Eagle Bull, Wanda Dalla Costa, Alfred Waugh, Brian Porter, Daniel Glenn, Patrick Stewart & Douglas Cardinal, the first Indigenous architect in North America. They all define their individuality through their artistry, and bond in their philosophy and principles of protecting the planet. They are diverse in gender, age and artistic approach, yet they find common ground in their Indigenous identity. Each architect has harrowing tales of dysfunction, poverty, violence and assimilation, but they all overcame adversity to become the top in their field. They exemplify success.

Festivals

Arlington International Film Festival

Portland Moviemakers Award – Best Inspirational Film

Motion Pictures International- Best International Feature Film

London Rocks International Film Festival – Honourable Mention

Arlington International Films Festival

Julien Dubuque International Film Festival

Sarasota Film Festival

Gardena International Film Festival

Scottsdale International Film Festival

Idyllwild International Film Festival

American Indian Film Festival

RNC Red Nation International Film Festival

East Europe International Film Festival

Hawaii International Film Festival

Architecture & Design International Film Festival

Bushwick Film Festival

Reviews

Indigenous Architecture offers a unique and inspiring story of a proud, accomplished collective of Indigenous architects driving a movement as climate change threatens our planet.
Canada Talks Sirius FM - Dahlia Kurtz
Indigenous Architecture not only shows off some of the most spectacular, state-of-the-art buildings, but demonstrates the common values that guide their architects - sustainability, connection to the land and one another, and love as the thread that binds it all together.
Edmonton Journal - Jenny Feniak
Their stories have never been more important, and this film articulates the power of indigenous architecture and its relevance in today’s world.
NEWS LOGICS - Kay Knapp
Viewers of this powerful documentary will be inspired by the vision and personal stories of each of these extraordinary creators.
TVO - John Ferri, VP Programming and Content

Genre: Documentary, True Story, TV

Run Time: 83 min

Year of Production: 2021

Language: English

Director: Ron Chapman

Cast:

Douglas Cardinal ()
Tammy Eagle Bull ()
Wanda Dalla Costa ()
Alfred Waugh ()
Brian Porter ()
Daniel Glenn ()
Patrick Stewart ()