Naturally Native follows the lives, loves, pain, joy and relationships of three sisters as they attempt to start their own business. Of American Indian ancestry, but adopted by white foster parents as young children, each sister has her own identity issues and each has chosen a very different career path. Now dedicated to starting a Native cosmetic business, they attempt to overcome obstacles both in the business world and in the home. A touching love story of family and culture, Naturally Native also interweaves a subtle, but strong wake-up call regarding the treatment of Native people in corporate America. Naturally Native also provides some insight into tribal infrastructure and gaming issues.
Acting
Irene Bedard's quietly devastating performance anchors the trio.
Writing
Rare 90s script centering Native women entrepreneurs without exploitation.
Director
Jennifer Wynne Farmer
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Co-director Valerie Red-Horse is one of the first Native women to direct, write, and star in a feature film—she literally had to build the infrastructure she needed.
The cosmetic business plot wasn't fiction; Red-Horse actually founded a Native-owned skincare line, making this semi-autobiographical.
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