The work that led Wilma Mankiller to become the first modern female Chief of the Cherokee Nation.The work that led Wilma Mankiller to become the first modern female Chief of the Cherokee Nation.The work that led Wilma Mankiller to become the first modern female Chief of the Cherokee Nation.
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- 2 wins & 8 nominations
Mo Brings Plenty
- Charlie Soap
- (as Moses Brings Plenty)
Jeff S. Anderson
- Don Musgrove
- (as Jeff Anderson)
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- TriviaIn 1983, Wilma Pearl Mankiller, was elected deputy chief of the Cherokee Nation. In 1987, she was the first modern day woman to be elected the Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation garnering the win with 80% of the votes. Mankiller's time in office lasted over 10 years.
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Wilma Mankiller: All my life I was taught to be of good mind was the Cherokee way. It sounds admirable and spiritual but it's also just plain useful.
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This movie will not win any major academy awards. This movie is infinitely better than most produced by hollywood.
Any deficiencies in acting or production values are more than compensated for by the messages of hope and inspiration.
- jimmyjoe583
- Jan 31, 2019
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By what name was The Cherokee Word for Water (2013) officially released in India in English?
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