Imagining the Indian: The Fight Against Native American Mascoting documents the movement to eradicate the demeaning misappropriation of Native American words, images and gestures in sports and other areas. The movement has already seen the removal of Confederate imagery and statues of Christopher Columbus, as well as the name change of Washington’s NFL team. In covering this subject matter, the film examines the way that the stereotyping and marginalization of Native history has impacted and continues to impact Native peoples. The screening will also feature a panel discussion with the filmmakers, including co-producers Kevin Blackistone (who has been outspoken about the Atlanta Braves MLB team) and Yancey Burns, and co-producer and co-director Ben West.
WHO: Imagining the Indian: The Fight Against Native American Mascoting
WHEN: Friday, Mar. 15, 5:30 p.m. (doors), 6:30 p.m. (film)
WHERE: Morton Theatre
HOW MUCH: $5 suggested donation
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