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Documentary | USA | 1 H 41 MIN | English

Maara'Yam The Yuhaaviatam Story

Director: Tom Brainard

Maara’yam The Yuhaaviatam Story is a powerful documentary that captures the true history of the Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, or People of the Pines. At its heart, this is a story of survival, perseverance, and renewal. It is a tribute to the generations who safeguarded their identity and laid the foundation for a thriving nation that continues to contribute to the region and beyond. 

CAST & CREDITS

Director

Tom Brainard

Writer

Janna Emmel

Producer

Tom Brainard, Shaun MacGillivray

Director Bio

Tom Brainard is widely recognized as a visionary, deeply principled businessman and storyteller. Early in his career, Tom came to understand that story is a fundamental building block of change. It is this relentless pursuit of change for good that has informed his personal and professional life ever since. To date, Tom has nearly three decades of experience telling stories, building projects, businesses and teams around a common goal of inspiring and entertaining audiences, locally, nationally and globally.

In addition to producing, overseeing content strategy and execution for numerous entities, Tom is Founder and Principal of Bolder Media, LLC., a documentary and unscripted production company. Tom has worked on dozens of feature film, television and commercial projects for global studios and category brands.

For his work, Tom has earned recognition and awards from various associations including the American Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, International Telly Awards, AdWeek, Colorado Broadcasters Association & Westward magazine.

Showtimes

Thursday, November 12
Screening: 7:30pm

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AMC The Grove 14

189 The Grove Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90036

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