SHORE TO SHORE (NEW!) - PIONEERING A CITY - Change and Victory - documentary - 37 min.. VIDEO PREVIEW

Shore to Shore - documents the remarkable and little known adventures of Portuguese Joe Silvey and his life with the Coast Salish People, the Whalers, immigrants and pioneers who founded the the City of Vancouver. The film tells the story through the process of the creation and installation of a 15' monumental bronze sculpture, situated in Vancouver's Stanley Park. Created by Ladysmith-based master-carver, Luke Marston, the sculpture is an invitation to reconciliation." (order thru PayPal or email - richard@firstnationsfilms.com $149.00 for DVD with PPR - To Order and for streaming prices richard@firstnationsfilms.com

THE AWAKENERS - Documentary Series - 6 shows x 47 min. each VIDEO PREVIEW

Acclaimed Canadian singer and songwriter, Laura Vinson is on a personal journey to connect with Indigenous artists who have disabilities. Their spirit born work is awakening all who see, hear, and feel their art to the beauty of Indigenous people. A very unique and powerful television series that brings together the perspectives of both Indigenous and disabled people that share a common experience, having been in many ways, mistreated, misunderstood, and marginalized. A must see. 6-Part series. (Series on DVD is 894.00 or 149.00 per show). - To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

THE MEDICINE WHEEL - A secret look into native spirituality - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

An emotional story of First Nations spirituality told in the first person by a Cree woman. Visually moving segments highlight the Sweat Lodge and Pipe Ceremonies as she explores the timelessness and the meaning of the Wheel that may be at the center of native spirituality. The viewer learns, as our host learns, the significance of one's own personal spiritual journey through life and the "teachings" within the Medicine Wheel. A must see for all audiences. Broadcast: CTV Television - AWARD - CANPRO Silver Medal, Best Documentary - N.A.J.A. - $149.00 for DVD with PPR. - To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

WHOSE LAND IS THIS? - The truth about land ownership - documentary - 45 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Who owns our land? This exciting, fast paced one hour documentary about First Nations' historical and contemporary relationship to Canadian governments in settling the land question in Canada. As historical reenacted segments document the "truth" of settlement and treaties in Canada, modern candid moments with the Provincial and Federal governments and prominent First Nations highlight emotional and political perspectives on the land question in Canada. Upbeat and emotionally moving and informative - for all audiences. Broadcast: Global TV. - AWARD - American Indian Film Festival. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

MAKING TREATIES - Truthful history of treaty making in Canada - documentary - 45 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

On the making of our modern Indian treaties - presenting an emotional and personal approach to the outcomes of the modern treaty process in Canada. Profiles on First Nations blend with input from resource developers and governments as the program weaves our tale of land ownership and forecasts our economic future. By presenting a balanced perspective, native and non-native alike, and by educating a concerned public, we may begin to build the very needed bridges and the dialogue that must exist for all societies to coexist in Canada. The program is a must-see for all audiences. Broadcast: Global Television. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

NATIVE WOMEN: POLITICS - Truthful history of Aboriginal women - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

An emotionally moving and upbeat program that gives voice to Aboriginal women. Historical segments in the program contrast the traditional equality of power, male to female within native communities, versus the regression in the roles and power of First Nations women in Canada under European dominance. Strong women "leaders" emphasize how they view the rebuilding of balanced self-government within their community in the future. The Indian Act and Bill C31 are examined to highlight their effect on First Nations women. Broadcast: Global Television - AWARD - Best Documentary, Native American Journalists Assoc.$149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

LIFE ON THE RESERVE - An inside look at real life on the Rez - documentary - 24 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

A new documentary that highlights the significant challenges that people living on reserves have to deal with, as well as the hope they have for their community, as told by the residents themselves. Graham Shonfield, the 19-year old documentary filmmaker, had volunteered for development work in Africa, but nothing prepared him for the impoverished conditions that he experienced first hand in Northern Ontario at Gull Bay First Nation reserve. Although Gull Bay is only one reserve in this great country, it has similarities to them all. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

LIVING IN TWO WORLDS - How native people see ourselves - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

A Richard Hersley Production - This is perhaps one of the best documentaries available on how native people see themselves - their past, present and their future. Young native people explore the meaning of being a native in a modern world while traditional elders highlight the past and the meaning of being managers of the land. This very moving and likeable film is a must see for all who want to catch a candid glimpse of native people as they really see themselves and as they struggle to maintain their identity as they live in two worlds - the old and the new. Broadcast on Knowledge Network. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

BEAT OF THE DRUM - Inside native music - traditional to modern - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Profiling four upbeat native musicians. A Richard Hersley production. The drum is the heartbeat of the Mother Earth. To beat the drum is to match the heartbeat. As we sing our songs to the drum we "talk to the spirits". From rock-and-roll to electronic to traditional music - a very upbeat, fast-paced program as four high profile First Nations musical performers and songwriters are profiled. A great fast moving program for all audiences. Broadcast: CTV Television - AWARD - Official Entry, Native American Journalists Association. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

FIRST NATIONS ROLE MODELS - Profiling success stories! - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Profiling four inspirational native leaders. A publisher, an educator, a Metis political leader and a fisher woman / filmmaker are profiled in this unique examination of prominent First Nations people. As we travel from community to community we discover a variety of First Nations "communication" of philosophy and ideals and we discover Role Models for First Nations everywhere. A great and inspirational program for young and old. Broadcast: CTV Television - AWARD - Certificate of Honor, American Indian Film Festival. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

RECLAIMING OUR CHILDREN - Getting our children back! - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

About 45% of the children in care are First Nations - why is this and what are we doing about it? A tremendous amount of positive energy has been generated around this issue as we are really talking about the future generations and the importance of working together to make sure children have better lives. The program explores the truth about First Nations children in care and suggests new ways of seeing the difficulties that we face. An inspirational and moving program for all audiences - from 12 and up. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

THE RUNNING PEOPLE - GOSHEN - Staying healthy!- documentary - 85 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

A beautifully shot and powerful documentary depicting the diet and daily lifestyle of the Tarahumara, a light-footed running tribe, who are striving to maintain their ancient culture against all odds. They are skilled subsistence farmers, renowned for their incredible long distance running endurance and prevention of modern chronic diseases. GOSHEN will inspire you to take part in preserving the native seeds and running traditions of the Tarahumara. Awards: International Independent Films Awards, Prestige Films Awards, Golden Palm Award, IndiePest Film Awards, Accolade Film Competition $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

NATIVE YOUNG! - Young native people today - their concerns - documentary - 30 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Raunchy and upbeat and really reaching a youth audience - Native Young! is told through the eyes of a native punk rock band and explores the lingering and damaging effects that the residential schools still have on generations of First Nations communities. It challenges difficult and confusing Canadian political views and highlights other challenges faced by many native people in Canada. The band's experience of growing up, working and living on reserve is featured while the band's music - unapologetic and ferocious - provides musical landscapes for the film. An unfiltered lens for First Nations youth to share their stories. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

THE MEDICINE PEOPLE - First Nations secret ceremonies - documentary - 38 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Exploring and understand First Nations ceremonies! Dive deep into Indian Spirituality ... This exciting and fast-paced film features exclusive and private commentary by powerful medicine people and never-before-filmed spiritual places and ceremonies. From the preparation of the Sweat lodge to the the actual location of the Sundance Ceremony the program offers rare insights into native sacred belief and thought and how they relate to the spiritual world. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

OUR FIRES STILL BURN - The Native experience - documentary - 60 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

This exciting and compelling one hour documentary invites viewers into the lives of contemporary Native role models. It dispels the myth that First Nations have disappeared from the horizon, and reveals how they continue to persist, heal from the past, confront the challenges of today, keep their culture alive, and make significant contributions to society. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

JOURNEY OF HOPE - Life altering experiences! - documentary - 60 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

The amazing story of transformation in the lives of several aboriginal youth at risk who have struggled through alcoholism, drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse, attempted suicide, and lives of crime. 12 young people were "taken back to the land" in the wilderness of Northern Quebec to re-connect with their roots and regain their identity as young Cree men and women who have a hope and a future. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

THE DUGOUT - Community working together - documentary - 75 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

19 young people, off the grid on an island in the Yukon River, must carve a sea-going canoe true to an ancient design that will carry them off the island. In the process they will live together bonded by creative work, and transform themselves. This film is about the redemptive power of art and about the power of community to heal community. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

WE ARE THE SOLUTION! Nanabozhung - documentary - 75 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

After being 'rounded up' into reserves, after the imposition of the Indian Act and their forced re-education in the residential schools, can these First Nations people continue to survive in this urban environment? Can we afford to allow their culture to die when it puts the preservation of the environment above all else? From an emotional and Intellectual point of view we come to realize that 'First Nations are not the problem. They are the solution to the problem'. Directed by Lia Williams, Produced by Guy Hibbert. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

THE CREATOR'S GAME - LACROSSE - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

An entertaining documentary about the oldest organized team sport in North America. Explores: The history of lacrosse and its spiritual significance to natives; their generosity in sharing lacrosse with non natives, and the period during which they were excluded from playing lacrosse on the professional circuit. Interviews with modern lacrosse players and native leaders are interwoven with archival footage and photographs of the native teams that played before Queen Victoria. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

WATCHERS OF THE NORTH - Action documentary series! - 6 part series - 28 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

This very exciting and entertaining documentary action series follows the training, patrols and search & rescue missions of the largely Inuit Canadian Rangers. Stunning pictures of the north of Canada mix with wonderful and funny personalities to create an exciting mix of entertainment and lessons about the north and about First Nations philosophies. Join these young Inuits in their exciting adventures in two remote High Arctic communities. 6-Part series - for steaming or on DVD. Series on DVD is 594.00 or 149.00 per show. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

NATIVE ARTS! - Cedar Hat Weaving - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

CEDAR HAT WEAVING - The video explores the story of Cedarman and outlines the step-by-step process of cedar hat weaving. It looks as well at the process of cedar bark pulling and discusses the art and philosophy of cedar hat weaving . $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

NATIVE ARTS! - The Pipemakers - documentary - 40 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

The award-winning true story of the few remaining native people who create the sacred stone Peace Pipes. Digging thru 12 feet of solid rock with hand tools they mine the sacred red pipestone. With clean hearts they fashion the stone into shapes of bears, eagles and other effigies. They come from many different tribes and nations but are recognized by none. They are the vanishing breed called the "Pipemakers". Shot on location in Pipestone, Minnesota, this beautiful and memorable documentary is the story of a craft that is 1200 years old! $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

NATIVE ARTS! - Making a Drum - documentary - 30 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

MAKING A DRUM - Jorge Lewis, First Nations Artist, shows a step-by-step process on how to build a drum and shares stories and teachings. Jorge is a descendant of powerful Shamans, mask dancers and chiefs. He was taught the craft of drum making by Bill Garton, a Lakota sun dancer, pipe carrier and spiritual leader. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

SACRED BUFFALO PEOPLE - Our lives depend on the buffalo - documentary - 36 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Engaging, heartbreaking, inspiring - this extraordinary documentary teaches us about our dependence on nature and nature's dependence upon us. A dramatic search into the relationship of the buffalo to the native people of America. This emotional and very moving film explores the powerful bond between Indian people of the Northern Plains and the buffalo. Once revered as a spiritual and cultural icon, today the buffalo serves as a living symbol of native survival. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

VANISHING LINK - Retracing her roots - documentary - 60 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

A very personal and emotionally moving program about one woman's "return" to her spiritual roots and native identity. As this exciting story unfolds through the woman's direct experiences the viewer follows her journey and so travels deeper into her "return". Woven together with riveting stories from Elders brought to life through stirring traditional art, dances, songs, and crafts. Vanishing Link explores native spirituality through the oral traditions of tribal elders while following a unique spiritual quest. A must-see for all audiences. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

STORYTELLERS - Stories of exciting times and people - documentary - 40 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

NATIVE PEOPLE saw the history of their land differently than the White man. The early European settlers brought many new things to this land - like horses and guns. They also brought mumps, measles and small pox which destroyed entire Indian Nations. The Indians in return taught the settlers the principles of democracy as well as how to survive on the land and preserve the natural environment. Join us as we tell some of the real stories as they happened to the Native peoples. A wonderful journey thru time and patience and a must see for anyone interested in First Nations. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

DECEPTION OF FREEDOM - Are we being treated fairly? - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Told through the eyes and words of native people, this moving and yet brutal story explains some hard truths about our justice system today. A man is in prison, convicted and sentenced to crimes that some say he did not commit. Is he guilty? Did he actually commit a crime or are we being deceived? Deception of Freedom is a must-see for native and non-native alike, concerned with the truth in justice and government today. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

WELLNESS - SUICIDE IS NOT THE FIRST NATIONS WAY! - documentary - 30 min.

Emotional and hard-hitting this documentary/drama explores the dark reaches of suicide in our First Nations communities. Suicide has become a real threat to some of our young people, families and the very substance of our communities. What can we do? This program explores the depths of the problem and offers the very needed solutions that we all need. Suitable for all audiences. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

WELLNESS - HIV IF THERE IS A WILL ... - documentary - 25 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Written and created by Nak'azdli Health Center- Many First Nation Communities will come face to face with HIV in the very near future. In Northern BC, 74% of newly infected people are First Nations. Many of them will not return home because of the stigma attached to HIV/AIDS. Why are our people so at risk? The message needs to be heard by all; young, old and everyone in between. We can't ignore the numbers. A finely produced program and a must see for educators, students and community members. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

WELLNESS - BREAST CANCER - Cancer and emotional inspiration - documentary - 30 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Breast cancer exists and is growing at an alarming rate in North America and breast cancer in First Nations communities is no different. First Nations women are not getting examined regularly by doctors because they either do not trust the process or it is not available to them. There is new hope though, that through education, all women will replace feelings of confusion with knowledge of modern breast cancer awareness and procedures. This video acts as a emotional resource in this important fight against breast cancer and may help to save lives for all our sisters for generations to come and is suitable for audiences 13 and up. AWARD - Best Public Service Documentary, American Indian Film Festival. (available from the First Nations Breast Cancer Society)

FIRST NATIONS DANCE! - IN SEARCH OF HAMAT'SA - documentary - 35 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

A tale of dance and headhunting! - 2004 - 33 min. The Hamat'sa (or "Cannibal Dance") is the most important-and highly represented ceremony of the Kwakwaka'wakw (Kwakiutl) people of British Columbia. This exciting and dramatic film dives into the history of the dance and presents some of the ways in which diverse attitudes toward this history create current dramatic and colorful performances of the Hamat'sa. The film also explores the relationship between First Nations history and the people that have told it. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

DRAMA! - Unbowed - Persistence and Truth - drama - 90 min.

Produced by Filmanthropic, this provocative, Award winning feature film dramatizes the historic attempt to force assimilation of American Indians and African Americans at Southern Negro Colleges in the late 1800s. The little-known period provides a dramatic backdrop for a compelling interracial love story. At its heart, "UnBowed" is a story about courage — the courage to love, even when it's forbidden; the courage to endure when the social, economic or cultural environment changes; and the courage to be different and forge a singular path in a society that demands conformity. AWARDS - Best Film, Best Screenplay, Best Actor. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

DRAMA! - Shana - The Wolf's Music - Feature educational drama - 95 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

Shana, an Aboriginal girl and talented violinist, lives with her father in a First Nations village in Canada. Two years ago her mother went into the forest and never returned. Shana writes her heart-rending notes and hangs them in a special ancestor tree where a white wolf seems to be magically drawn to her. Meanwhile Shana's teacher has discovered her great talent and registers Shana at music school in the city. Yet before she can depart she plunges deep into the forest where she encounters the wolf and the spirits of her ancestors. A must-see! $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

DRAMA! - Dancing on the Moon - Finding Ourselves - drama - 60 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

The funny, sad and sometimes scary story of Dean, Joey and Mark, three Native American friends who are more like brothers. They're on the road to a powwow, but each is on his own personal journey. Unable to overcome grief since the death of his mother, Dean won't participate in the traditional dances he once loved. Tired of being the screw-up with a big heart, Joey learns that he must rely on his own strengths. And always the hothead, Mark learns to overcome his prejudices and face his own identity. When tragedy strikes, Dean is forced to confront his fears and follow his heart home -- to the powwow world. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com

DRAMA! SleepDancer - Caretakers of the land - documentary - 60 min. VIDEO PREVIEW

DRAMA - INDEPENDENT - Written by Rodrick Pocowatchat - Sleepdancer follows Derek Smith (Mark Wells), a half-Native American coroner's investigator, as he stumbles upon the mysterious Tommy Jordan (Rodrick Pocowatchit), a Native man whose father has just passed away. Tommy is vulnerable and doesn't speak. Through a series of letters, Derek unravels Tommy's story, and becomes infatuated with helping him while his own relationship crumbles. Sleepdancer is about love, loss and fractured family. Great for all audiences. $149.00 for DVD with PPR. To Order and for streaming prices - richard@firstnationsfilms.com