On & Off the Res' W/Charlie Hill
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Charlie Hill dodges bullets of media stereotypes and fights back with satirical humor as he makes his stand as America's foremost Indian comedian. The documentary, by Native American producer Sandy Osawa, captures a portrait of Hill, who rose from relative obscurity in the Oneida Reservation in Wisc
Film Details
Genre
Comedy
Documentary
Release Date
2000
Production Company
Upstream
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
Synopsis
Charlie Hill dodges bullets of media stereotypes and fights back with satirical humor as he makes his stand as America's foremost Indian comedian. The documentary, by Native American producer Sandy Osawa, captures a portrait of Hill, who rose from relative obscurity in the Oneida Reservation in Wisconsin to featured roles on national television shows such as "The Tonight Show With Johnny Carson" and "The Big Show With Steve Allen." The program includes commentary by Sioux author Vine Deloria Jr. and comedian Dick Gregory.
Film Details
Genre
Comedy
Documentary
Release Date
2000
Production Company
Upstream
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
