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Ohiyesa: The Soul of an Indian

Educational
Documentary Feature

This documentary follows Kate Beane, a young Dakota woman, as she examines the extraordinary life of her celebrated relative, Charles Eastman (Ohiyesa). Biography and journey come together as Kate traces Eastman’s path—from traditional Dakota boyhood, through education at Dartmouth College, and in later roles as physician, author, lecturer, and Native American advocate.

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Director:
Syd Beane
Producer:
Jesse Heinzen & Julianna Olsen
Run Time:
57 min
Release:
2018
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