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native ceremonies, music, etc.: how authentic?

posted 9 years ago by freesharon
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Would be interested in reading feedback on the depiction of native dance, mythology, ritual, medicine,and so forth on this wonderful series.

[–] natalichka 9 years ago

same.. does anybody have further knowledge on the authenticity/creative licence?
it feels authentic.... but it is television.... i would love to know more....
native american culture has always intrigued me.... ^_^
any help?

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[–] J-Street1 9 years ago

I wouldn't doubt Elaine Miles had something to do with it. She is of Cayuse/Nez Perce ancestry and is heavily traditional regarding her heritage. She still attends pow-wows and has won awards with her native dancing.

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[–] dijomaja-382-516639 9 years ago

There's a site http://www.moosechick.com/ put together by a fan with quite a bit of information on the individual episodes. I had a question similar to the OP's and I've found a few things there but I don't know if there's one place where this information is brought together.

[–] freesharon 9 years ago

Thanks! I'll check it out.

"There are three sides to every story: yours, mine, and the truth." ~ Robert Evans

[–] natalichka 9 years ago

yes! moosechick' site is fantastic for any 'northern exposure' fan.... ^_^

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[–] freesharon 9 years ago

Thanks!

"There are three sides to every story: yours, mine, and the truth." ~ Robert Evans

[–] natalichka 9 years ago

@freesharon glad you posted this thread.... ^_^

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[–] natalichka 9 years ago

i absolutely adore her character.... so lovely.. so quietly wise.... ^_^

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[–] GuyOnTheLeft 8 years ago

My grandmother was Native (grew up on the reservation, was sent to a federal "Indian boarding school" called Haskell) and my mother, who also identifies as Native (I don't), was director of American Indian Affairs at her university. I have a second cousin in the American Indian Dance Troupe. My mom always loved this show and said it was accurate and respectful to Native peoples in ways unlike any other show on TV.

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[–] ssharonfreeman 8 years ago

Thanks for your reply, GuyontheLeft. Must admit this is what I was hoping to hear.