Selected Film

From Darkness to Light: Tribal Resilence in the Face of Violence

In 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 was passed. This allowed the Inter-Tribal Council of California to create a film addressing the issues of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in California's native populations. This film brings to light personal stories and interviews while shedding light on the work tribal advocates have done so that future generations have the support they need to heal.

Duration: 00:39:44
Country of Origin: United States
Language: English


Director(s): Samuel Contreras


Writer(s):


Producer(s): Nicole Openshaw


Key Cast: Trina Fitzgerral, Ida Riggins, Karli Bates, Becky Smokey, Raylene Shepherd, Toni Espinoza, Raevana Jordan, Linda Andrade, Britanee Moreno, Madeline McIntire, Fawn Murphy, Jesus Tarango, Elena Tarango


Other Credits: Executive Producer: Inter-Tribal Council of California, Inc; Additional Photography & Videos: Nicole Openshaw, Britanee Moreno; Dances: Round Valley Feather Dancers, Trina Fitzgerral, Yolanda Hoaglen, Juaquin Esquivel, Amara Esquivel, Akila Esquivel