Acting
Bernie Whitebear
Born 1937-09-27
Bernie Whitebear, born Bernard Reyes, was a Sinixt Native American activist in Seattle, Washington, and a co-founder of the Seattle Indian Health Board, the United Indians of All Tribes Foundation, and the Daybreak Star Cultural Center, the latter of which was established on 20 acres of land acquired for urban Natives in the city.
Acting credits
10.0An intimate exploration of the circumstances surrounding the incarceration of Native American activist Leonard Peltier, convicted of murder in 1977, with commentary from those involved, including Peltier himself.
Warrior: The Life of Leonard Peltier
1991
NRExamines the violence and civil disobedience leading up to the hallmark decision in U.S. v. Washington, with particular reference to the Nisqually Indians of Frank's Landing in Washington.
As Long as the Rivers Run
1971