78 minutes
The Great Northern
Saturday, January 31 at 8:45 PM
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A tale of resilience, hope and survival narrated by Lily Gladstone.
A hundred and fifty years ago, the Blackfoot people witnessed the near-extinction of bison, one of the most important links to their identity, culture and spirituality – an act that nearly destroyed the tribe. Since then, the Blackfoot have endured a century long campaign of oppression and persecution from the United States government – a brutal and violent experience that they are only now healing from.
Bring Them Home follows a small group of Blackfoot who are working to right these historic wrongs by returning wild bison to their lands – an act that would heal people, re-enliven traditional culture and bring economic opportunity to their community.
The film charts the course of this struggle from past to present – from the near-annihilation of bison and the Blackfoot people to the origins of the effort to restore wild bison and the present-day threats to their work and culture. It closely follows the tribal members who have given their lives and hearts to this struggle for the betterment of their people and is an intimate look at the willpower and resilience it takes to survive and thrive in the face of near-continuous hostility.
ABOUT THE GREAT NORTHERN | JAN 28–Feb 1, 2026
The Great Northern (TGN) unites communities through art, climate engagement, and outdoor experiences, with a bold winter festival and powerful partnerships. TGN champions climate leadership, celebrates Minnesota’s cultural and ecological vibrancy, and invites the world to experience our signature season in meaningful and inspiring ways.
Taking place Jan 28-Feb 1, The Great Northern Winter Festival transforms the riverfront at St Anthony Main into an unforgettable winter destination—featuring three music stages, chef demos, films, public art, a giant winter playground, vendor markets, films, and visionary climate conversations.
Relased 2024
Directed by Ivan MacDonald, Ivy MacDonald, Daniel Glick