Up Heartbreak Hill

Showings

State Theatre Sun, Aug 5, 2012 9:00 AM
Film Info
Section:Native American Matinee
.Tickets Still Available.
Release Year:2011
Runtime:88 min
Premiere Status:Michigan Premiere
Rating:NR
Production Country:USA
Original Language:English
Web Site:http://www.upheartbreakhill.com/
Cast/Crew Info
Director:Erica Scharf
Produced by:Christina D. King
Erica Scharf
Cinematography:Erica Scharf
Editing By:Megan Brennan
Janine Feczko
Cindy Lee
Isaac Wayton

Description

Chronicling the lives of three Native American teenagers in Navajo, New Mexico, this poignant and sincere documentary reveals what it’s like to come of age on a reservation. Along with the normal stresses that accompany students during their senior year of high school, punk-rock runner Thomas, over-achieving Tamara and artist Gabby have to make the difficult decision about whether to remain in their community or leave it behind for educational and economic opportunities elsewhere. For this group of teenagers, saying goodbye not only means leaving behind family and friends, but also the traditions that have made them who they are. By following the next generation of Navajo leaders, director Erica Scharf confronts the complex pressures surrounding what it means to be Native American in the contemporary world.

Additional Information

SPONSORED BY

Grand Traverse Resort & Casinos