Warrior Women
Originally released in 2018. Warrior Women is a documentary film. directed by Elizabeth Castle. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Madonna Thunderhawk, Marcella Gilbert, and Maria Van Kints
Synopsis
Through the figure of Lakota activist and community organizer Madonna Thunder Hawk, this inspiring film traces the untold story of countless Native American women struggling for their people's civil rights. Spanning several decades, Christina D. King and Elizabeth A. Castle's documentary charts Thunder Hawk's lifelong commitment, from her early involvement in the American Indian Movement (AIM), to her pivotal role in the founding of Women of All Red Nations, to her heartening presence at Standing Rock alongside thousands protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline. She passed her dedication and hunger for change to her daughter Marcy, even if that often meant feeling like comrades-in-arms more than mother and child. Through rare archival material—including amazing footage of AIM's occupation of Wounded Knee—and an Indigenous style of circular storytelling, Warrior Women rekindles the memories and legacy of the Red Power movement's matriarchs.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 26, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
1h 7m
67 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ITVS
- Women Make Movies
- Sundance Institute
- Chicken & Egg Films
- Lardux Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warrior Women about?
Through the figure of Lakota activist and community organizer Madonna Thunder Hawk, this inspiring film traces the untold story of countless Native American women struggling for their people's civi...
Who directed Warrior Women?
Warrior Women was directed by Elizabeth Castle.
How long is Warrior Women?
Warrior Women has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).
When was Warrior Women released?
Warrior Women was released on May 26, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Warrior Women?
The main cast of Warrior Women includes Madonna Thunderhawk, Marcella Gilbert, Maria Van Kints, Phyllis Young.