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1986

Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child

Directed by Alanis Obomsawin

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.

Duration

0h 29m

Released

January 1, 1986

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Cast4

  • Cory Swan
  • Pauline Kerik
  • Betty Smith
  • Leslie Miller

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