Hand Game
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Hand Game
Language
eng
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videorecording
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Hand Game
Oclc number
985048016
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Originally produced by Vision Maker Media in 2000
Runtime
57
Summary
This documentary explores the mythic and historic roots of contemporary gambling in the Northwest Native Society through a look at the traditional hand game (also called "stick game" or "bone game"). Travelling from reservation to reservation meeting engaging and colorful players, the filmmakers show how traditional ways of thinking are alive today in Indian country. An inside view of an ancient form of gambling that combines strategy, wit and skill
Technique
live action
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