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Independent Lens: Kind Hearted Woman: A Film by David Sutherland DVD

Name: Independent Lens: Kind Hearted Woman: A Film by David Sutherland DVD
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From the creator of The Farmer's Wife and Country Boys In a special two-part series, acclaimed filmmaker David Sutherland (The Farmer's Wife, Country Boys) creates an unforgettable portrait of Robin Charboneau, a 32-year-old divorced single mother and Oglala Sioux woman living on North Dakota's Spirit Lake Reservation. Sutherland follows Robin over three years as she struggles to raise her two ... More

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From the creator of The Farmer's Wife and Country Boys

In a special two-part series, acclaimed filmmaker David Sutherland (The Farmer's Wife, Country Boys) creates an unforgettable portrait of Robin Charboneau, a 32-year-old divorced single mother and Oglala Sioux woman living on North Dakota's Spirit Lake Reservation. Sutherland follows Robin over three years as she struggles to raise her two children, further her education, and heal herself from the wounds of sexual abuse she suffered as a child.

Robin's battles in tribal court with her ex-husband for custody of the children, even after he is convicted of abusive sexual contact with his daughter, illuminates how serious this problem is on the reservation. Her quest to heal her family, find a man worthy of her love, build a career, and fulfill her goal of returning to her reservation to help prevent the abuse of women and children, takes her on an intimate and inspiring journey full of heartbreak, discovery, and redemption.

As in my other films profiling rural poverty,"" says Sutherland, ""I was trying to reach out to another forgotten corner of the American landscape, this time to put a face on a Native family so that we could see them close-up with all the detail that illuminates the rich reality of their lives.""

Kind Hearted Woman is a special co-presentation of FRONTLINE and Independent Lens.

Bonus scenes included

Producer: David Sutherland
Production Year: 2013
Talent: Robin Charboneau
Discs: 2
Subtitles: Y
Subtitle Language: English (SDH)
Aspect Ratio: 16x9 Widescreen

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5 13 Reviews

13 Reviews

Heartfelt W.

10/29/20

Life-Changing Video for Indian Women

At the beginning, I found the film a bit slower than I wanted, but the pace forced me to feel what Robin felt. Sexually abusing girls, incest and beating them is considered the norm for many females living on certain reservations. It is a deep dark secret and many young women commit suicide rather than face their destiny. This film was seen by the whole nation and it brought this tragic story to the forefront. Hopefully, the disclosure of this disgraceful behavior will create outrage and shame among the tribes and will be the beginning of change within the reservation. Our young women need to be protected. Thank you, David Sutherland for this wonderful film.

Joan

07/17/20

Important insight into the life of too many women

This is a lengthy but detailed insight into the life of a women who is hell bent on looking after her children. It became necessary for Robin Charboneau to dig deep so as to face the multiple challenges that came her way. I am in awe of her strength of character but also her natural intelligence that shone through. There were many people who helped Robin along the way, but I must say I wonder how many of them did so from their own time and resources. This work has saved the lives of Robin and her children, along with many more who have learnt from her experience. These kinship bonds should be at the centre of our social and economic system. Our health and prosperity is dependent on finding better ways to support families in all their diversity, and in particular respond to the serious problem of child abuse. Thank you Robin and to the team who put this fabulous documentary together.

07/17/20

Glad that I bought thus DVD

I had watched the first segment of kind hearted woman but missed the second part. When I was unable to find it scheduled I was very glad to purchase the DVDs

Advocate H.

07/17/20

powerful story

Her story is more common than most realize. The most important message is that there is always hope!

Nae N.

07/17/20

most excellent

I watched the first half last week it had me in tears and further it had me chearing for Robin . Thank you for giving us the inside look at the struggles t going on with the way tribal courts and parents who must fight to keep thier babies..PR Lynch

I Y.

07/17/20

Awesome

I was flipping through the channels when i saw her crying, started watching myself and could not stop my eyes were balling and my 15 year old walked in, and said why are u crying and i said u see that is why i dont trust anyone with tall dont like yall spending the night anywhere, u cant trust anyone not even family... just want u to know she is so so brave...and her word is getting out....thank u for telling your story and continue u are making a difference...with awareness....

Doctor D.

07/17/20

kind hearted woman

I watched the film on frontline pbs and it touched my heart,I also was a alcaholic a man for 45 years until i got saved and god took it all away. I would love to have her email adress so as to talk with her and maby can be a help.

Patsy

07/17/20

Fascinating and so informative

I saw this film when it was on PBS and loved it. I bought it for a friend of mine for her birthday. She and I love knowing more about Native American life and customs.

Bee

07/17/20

Youre Never Alone

I was so touched by this program that i had to take a break from watching it as it brought back memories of when my ex husband took my children. Later returned to me by the courts, I too had a happy ending, but the time in between was unbearable. My friend brought me to Jesus and that was my only comfort while my children were gone. This program made me want to help other women and children.I truly identified with Robin.

Harleesboy8

07/17/20

A MUST HAVE. A DVD MUST HAVE.

I THINK JUST FROM THE PREVIEW THAT IT IS GOING TO BE A GREAT MOVIE.I AM NOT SURE IF I GET PBS BUT I AM GOING TO SEE. I AM ON DIRECTV. A MOVIE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY.

Lisa T.

07/17/20

I would use this movie for DV issues

Excellent example of real issues with our system; an inspirational journey and hope to those that think there is no light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you Robin for sharing your journey and I will continue praying for You and your children.

Lawrence

07/17/20

Incredible

If this program doesnt touch something in your heart, you arent human. i cannot think of a better example of overcoming adversity, or actually claiming triumph. Bravo Mr. Sutherland. Well done.

Redeemed O.

07/17/20

I never understood the depth of the pain

My step-daughter (now my daughter)was sexually abused by her mothers step-father. At the time, I thought with counseling and a supportive family, she would heal and go on. What I didnt understand, was how many areas of her life it would affect. I neve understood the depth of the pain....she would try to tell me and I didnt get it. This movie helped me see from another angle how bad it is. Thank you Robin, Darian, and Anthony for sharing your very private pain and story with us. It has given me a new perspective and level of compassion. The triumph that I already see for your family on the horizon is beautiful! God Bless you all and Ill be praying for your family.

Highlighted Customer Reviews

Redeemed O. reviewed Independent Lens: Kind Hearted Woman: A Film by David Sutherland DVD

I never understood the depth of the pain

Harleesboy8 reviewed Independent Lens: Kind Hearted Woman: A Film by David Sutherland DVD

A MUST HAVE. A DVD MUST HAVE.

I THINK JUST FROM THE PREVIEW THAT IT IS GOING TO BE A GREAT MOVIE.I AM NOT SURE IF I GET PBS BUT I AM GOING TO SEE. I AM ON DIRECTV. A MOVIE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY.

Lisa T. reviewed Independent Lens: Kind Hearted Woman: A Film by David Sutherland DVD

I would use this movie for DV issues