in Production
Ouilmette
In production now, the documentary film shares the unknown history of Chicago told from a Native American perspective. It shares how Archange Ouilmette was the founding mother of Chicago and its impact on the landscape today. The little known story begins with the documentation of Sharon's ancestry and her journey to learn about her heritage. Few Chicagoans truly understand that Native Americans, let alone a 7th generation Native American still resides in Chicago. We will weave the story of the beginning of Chicago, the importance of Native American presence in Chicago, the 1830's Indian Removal Period and how today, Chicago is one of the largest Native American populations in the country.
Produced with the historical consultancy of Sharon Hoogstraten (Citizen Potawatomi Nation) and Cole Rattan (Citizen Potawatomi Nation) and descendents of Ouilmette.
In Production
For the Love of Flying
A 1920’s aviation love story.
in distribution
Billy Caldwell & Great Lakes Treaty-making
Film and companion educational curriculum available for sale.
in distribution
The Negotiator: Billy Caldwell (FEATURE FILM)
The Billy Caldwell Movie examines the historic decision 200 years ago to sign away 5,000,000 acres of land in the Chicago area. As we reflect on that historic decision the documentary interviews tribal members and leadership and their thoughts about that time. Coming 2024.
Released 2023
Uncovering History: Billy Caldwell and his role in potawatomi Treaty-making
The Billy Caldwell Movie examines the historic decision 200 years ago to sign away 5,000,000 acres of land in the Chicago area. As we reflect on that historic decision the documentary interviews tribal members and leadership and their thoughts about that time. Coming 2024.
Billy Caldwell Short Film Awards 2023
