Movie Description

Two-Spirit People

(1991)

Overview

An overview of historical and contemporary Native American concepts of gender, sexuality and sexual orientation. This documentary explores the "berdache" tradition in Native American culture, in which individuals who embody feminine and masculine qualities act as a conduit between the physical and spiritual world, and because of this are placed in positions of power within the community.

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Facts

Original TitleTwo-Spirit People

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1991-01-01

Original Language

Runtime 00h 23m

Production CompaniesFrameline Film & Television,Gender On a Stick Productions

Genres

  • Documentary