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There is a huge responsibility with the access to make films in the Indigenous community.

Although The Revenant, a semi-biographical historical drama which was filmed in Calgary’s backyard, boasts a diverse cast, it’s handling of Indigenous characters often does more harm than good.

At some point, every Native American actor comes to a career crossroads and has to answer the question: Do I participate in stereotyping or maintain my cultural integrity?

Hollywood diversity and inclusion efforts have failed to recognize and implement the concerns of Native people.

Cultural appropriation is a common complaint about the media and not surprising here — and disappointing, as "Moana" is overall an uplifting, beautiful film. But the film's achievements are not enough for some to cite progress toward more accurate,…

In her series Real NDNz Re-Take Hollywood, Peters recreated iconic classic Hollywood photographs, with Indigenous actors portraying stars like Audrey Hepburn, Elvis Presley and Ava Gardner.

The impression the public is getting of the Indian is the impression the public has created. The grossly misappropriated casting in Hollywood, and the innate misunderstanding of Native American historical and contemporary presence.

The Most Important Thing Taika Waititi Did at the Oscars Was Acknowledge That They Take Place on Native Lands

Hollywood Films have historically portrayed People of Africa and Middle East as white. Icons of the Bible photo series depicts some of the most famous characters of the Old and New Testament exclusively as people of color.

Marlon Brando declines the Academy Award for Best actor. Sacheen LittleFeather, a Native American actress, attended a ceremony in Brando`s place, stating that the actor: very regretfully could not accept the award, as he was protesting Hollywood`s…