Movie Description
Empire of Dirt
(2013)Overview
Like many Native families, Lena Mahikan grew up in the cycle of abuse. Her father, a residential school survivor, was an alcoholic until he killed himself when Lena was 10. Her mother, only 14 years her senior, turned to the slots. By the time Lena was 15, she was pregnant and, before giving birth, was kicked to the curb by her mom. The cycle continues and Lena is now watching helplessly as her own daughter, Peeka, spirals out of control, landing herself in the hospital following a drug overdose. As a final attempt at survival, Lena decides to return home and face her own mother and a past she’s desperate to escape.
Featured Crew
- Director : Peter Stebbings
- Producer : Jennifer Podemski,Bob Crowe
- Editor : Jorge Weisz
- Cast : Cara Gee,Shay Eyre,Jennifer Podemski,Luke Kirby,Jordan Prentice,Michael Cram,Kate Corbett,Barbara Gordon,Jean Yoon,Shannon Kook,Jaiden Mitchell,Doug Bedard,Tonya Williams,Raoul Bhaneja,Joris Jarsky,Sarah Manninen,Lawrence Bayne,Sarah Podemski,Tony Nappo
Cast
Lena Mahikan
Peeka Mahikan
Minnie Mahikan
Russell Carter
Warren Fensky
Doc Baker
Wendy
Mrs. Armstrong
Tess
Angel
Little Wing
Doug
Sandra
Dr. Gaffney
Neil
Anna
Uncle Hank
Charmaine
Fisherman
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Facts
Original TitleEmpire of Dirt
Status Released
Release Information
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2013-11-22
Original LanguageEnglish
Runtime 01h 39m
Production CompaniesAngel Entertainment,Redcloud Studios,Narrow Path Productions,Téléfilm Canada,Canadian Film Centre (CFC)
Genres
- Drama