Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child (1986) - Double Feature

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This short documentary is a moving tribute to Richard Cardinal, a Métis adolescent who committed suicide in 1984. Taken from his home at the age of 4 due to family problems, he spent the rest of his 17 short years moving in and out of 28 foster homes, group homes and shelters in Alberta. A sensitive, articulate young man, Richard Cardinal left behind a diary upon which this film is based.


Main Cast: Cory Swan, Pauline Kerik, Betty Smith, Leslie Miller

Director: Alanis Obomsawin

Writer: Alanis Obomsawin

Editor: Rita Roy

Cinematographer: Roger Rochat


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