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"How People Got Fire"

"How People Got Fire"How People Got Fire
(2008, 16 min.) CANADA
Director: Daniel Janke

Twelve-year old Tish is captivated by her grandmother’s story in this animated work that brings metaphor and magic to life.  

Image credit: How People Got Fire. Photo taken from production. - © 2008 National Film Board of Canada; How People Got Fire. Photo taken from production. - © 2008 National Film Board of Canada

2010 Native Cinema Showcase, NM

2010 Animation Celebration!, NYC

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