Native Actors and Filmmakers : Visual Storytellers

Paperback Synopsis Biographies of Native Americans who tell their stories in film and on TV will inspire young people in the fields of entertainment and production.Discover the unique lives and career paths of 12 Indigenous people who are actively working in the complex entertainment industry, either in front of or behind the camera. In addition to acting, their work includes motion picture, television and digital production in such roles as director, producer, writer, cinematographer and editor. Included in these biographies are real-world descriptions of what each member of a production team does, as well as advice on what it takes to get started in the entertainment industry. The glossary in the back of the book highlights the terminology used in TV/film production, and the list of resources provides a variety of ways to obtain additional information about the industry. B/W photos.Irene Bedard: Inupiat, Yupik, Inuit, Cree, Métis actorTantoo Cardinal: Métis, Cree, Dene, Nakota act