Films with: Elson, Richard

Black Hawk War

Portrays the violent conflict that erupted around Black Hawk in the spring of 1832, resulting in the end of Sauk resistance to removal from their original lands to the Indian territory of Oklahoma.

DVD 3949

Pontiac rebellion

Portrays the Pontiac rebellion of 1763-1765.

DVD 3953

Sitting Bull

Chronicles the life and legacy of a remarkable Native leader who lead Sioux resistance to U.S. western expansion in the years following the Civil War.

DVD 3951

Trial of Poundmaker

Portrays the trial of Plains Cree leader Poundmaker in Regina, Saskatchewan, where he stood accused of leading the Cree in support of the Riel Rebellion. Actor Tyrone Tootoosis is a direct descendant of Poundmaker.

DVD 3950

Worlds of Joseph Brant

Portrays the character of Mohawk chief Joseph Brant, whose twin ambitions were to be a power broker between Indian and English societies, and to satisfy his thirst for power, recognition and eminence.

DVD 3952