Overview
This short documentary explores how the First Nations staple of wild rice is exported as a luxury food thanks in part to bush pilots. Follow the families of the Pauingassi band as they comb the reedy shores with brooms, paddles and baskets for manomim (wild rice).
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Wild Rice?
Wild Rice was directed by Robert LowerNorma Bailey.
Where was Wild Rice produced?
It was produced by companies including Unknown Production Companies in Canada.
Wild Rice Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Wild Rice wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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