U.S. PREMIERE

ANIMATION | USA | 20 MINUTES | English

Nya’waap Illyuw Uuchyuwp — Our Way of Knowing

Nya’waap Illyuw Uuchyuwp—Our Way of Knowing is a twenty-minute film that shares the origin story of the Barona Band of the Kumeyaay, never before shared publicly. The film interweaves live action and original animation with songs and storytelling by Kumeyaay elders. Produced in collaboration between the Barona Band of Mission Indians and Winikur Productions, this film helps preserve this vital cultural knowledge.

CAST & CREDITS

Directed by The Barona Band of the Kumeyaay, Ken Winikur

Established in 1932, the Barona Indian Reservation is home to this regal tribe, which is recognized by the United States government as a sovereign nation, and is governed by an elected Tribal Council.

Director

The Barona Band of the Kumeyaay, Ken Winikur

Producer

The Barona Band of the Kumeyaay

Screenwriter

The Barona Band of the Kumeyaay

Key Cast

Steve Benegas, Paul Cuero, Pat Curo, Mandy Curo de Quintero, Brian VanWanseele, Kevin VanWanseele, Phyllis VanWanseele, Joseph Yeats, Ethan Banegas, Marshall Mair, Gray Wolf Alto, Daniela Quintero, Carmen Quintero, Wylie Elliott, John Christman

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Showtimes

November 10

Screening: 4:50PM

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Fine Arts Theatre

8556 Wilshire Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Parking

Beverly Hills City Garage
321 S La Cienega Blvd

Before 4pm (2 hours Free)
After 4pm (Free)

Parking at meters:
Free After 6pm (7pm on Wilshire)

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