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One of Ours (2021)
A Valuable Perspective on the Complexity of Family
22 November 2023
One of Ours eloquently describes the intersections between racial prejudice and colonization. It highlights the complexity of real families, demonstrating how an objective blood quantum or legal status simply does not hold the depth to accurately represent human relationships. Just as our belonging to a family unit can be complex and personal, so can a larger belonging to a community. Josiah's story makes this reality tangible and approachable, and the film successfully displays his important role within the Heiltsuk community.
The film supports an important dialogue around the legitimacy of social relations, and the dangers of politicizing relationships within local communities.
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