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"Weaving Worlds"

"Weaving Worlds"Weaving Worlds
(2007 and 2008, 57 min.) US
Director: Bennie Klain (Navajo)
Produced by: the Independent Television Service in association with the Native American Public Telecommunications
In Navajo and English with English subtitles.

An exploration of the intricate relationships between Navajo rug weavers and reservation traders, this insightful documentary reveals the delicate balance between maintaining cultural traditions, economic survival, and the artistic validation sought by many weavers.

Image credit: Weaving Worlds; Weaving Worlds - courtesy of Nancy Schiesari

Bennie Klain

2009 Native American Film and Video Festival - NY premiere

2007 Native Cinema Showcase

2007 Weekend Matinee, DC

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