The documentary film, "Voices of the Grandmothers", features in-depth interviews with esteemed indigenous elders. Their legacy is a gathering for humanity, presented as a 4-part video series by Hive filmmakers 
Voices of the Grandmothers
[Film Preview #1]
Story, Song, Sacred Mystery
Dear Hive community, we are thrilled to share with you a world premiere public screening of our original film: Voices of the Grandmothers. We believe this filmmaking journey is one we can all appreciate, and the end result is a gem, filled with extraordinary facets of brilliance and beauty. Join us in celebrating the launch of this film through our wonderful Hive platform, and enjoy!
Film Launch Schedule:
- Part 1: Sage Wisdom - Wednesday, September 9, 2020
- Part 2: Heart Intelligence - Wednesday, September 23, 2020
- Part 3: Sacred Ceremony - Wednesday, October 7, 2020
- Part 4: Healing Paths - Wednesday, October 21, 2020
Why are the voices of indigenous elders so vital at this time?
Seven generations ago, our ancestors planted seeds, started paths, and safeguarded the earth for us. Today, we eat the fruits of their seeds. We walk the trails they made. We swim in the waters they safeguarded. Six, five, four, three, and two generations ago, our grandmas and grandpas further supported us. They guided and guarded us, even before we were born.
It feels necessary now that we consider our elders' experiences—both the positives and negatives. Seven generations ago, they faced changes. Six generations ago, they faced tragedies. Five generations ago, they faced troubling times... and they made their way through the suffering. They navigated through the unknowns. These survival stories are the ones we need to know today.
Sadly, some of our elders are out of practice. Even worse, some voices have been hushed over time, and others have been silenced entirely. Consider the Lakota people, for example. Their Native language was forbidden by the dominating English-speaking culture. That means the Lakota nation had to abandon their songs, myths, traditions... and other components of who they were and what they stood for.
Thankfully, much of the Lakota culture survived in secrecy, alongside the Cherokee, Shoshone, Apache... The First Nations left a permanent impression on these lands. Similarly, South American indigenous leaders are respected and sought-after as authorities and advisors. The Standing Rock Movement proved that ~200 indigenous tribes still stand in the Americas, and their voices are speaking up. I am listening with two ears. Are you?
All walks of life can benefit from the examples of our elders, those wise ones, learning their way of living. Although some may think of the elders' way as simple, or old-fashioned, or outdated, their perspectives are advantageous because only the elders have the first-hand experiences to compare between the former way with the latter way. The grandmothers are speaking.
Inspirational Scenes from the Film
Acknowledgments
Voices of the Grandmothers is a film by ARISE Video Studio, filmed and edited by