Chiefs

2001 NR 8.2

These films brings to life the power, spirit and mystery of the leaders of First Nations, and separates the myths from the men and battles.

Born in the Dakota Hills, Sitting Bull became a leader of Indian tribes during the Great Sioux Wars. Present day descendants help to tell his story. This program covers his life and the developments leading to the Battle of Little Big Horn.

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Episodes:

Episode 1 Part 1: Sitting Bull

1. Part 1: Sitting Bull

Aired: Jan 1, 2001

Born in the Dakota Hills, Sitting Bull became a leader of Indian tribes duri...

Episode 2 Part 2: Sitting Bull

2. Part 2: Sitting Bull

Aired: Jan 1, 2001

The saga of Sitting Bull's life after the Battle of Little Big Horn continues...

Episode 3 The Blackhawk War

3. The Blackhawk War

Aired: Jan 1, 2001

Through his memoirs, and the words of his descendants, this film tells the st...

Episode 4 The Pontiac Rebellion

4. The Pontiac Rebellion

Aired: Jan 1, 2001

Pontiac, or Obwandiyag, the leader of the Algonquin Nations, and chief of the...

Info about Chiefs

Network: Arte

Production Country: Canada

Genres: Drama, Documentary