Watch it at http://contrarywarrior.filmbinder.com Contrary Warrior is an intimate first-person account of the life and work of Adam Fortunate Eagle. Best known for organizing the 1969 occupation of Alcatraz Island by American Indians, Fortunate Eagle is also a respected Native American ceremonial pipe maker, sculptor, author and spiritual leader. A great story-teller and raconteur, in this 82-minute documentary he recounts his life and work with a sense wit and humor. "Contrary Warrior' is a moving portrait and colorful storytelling. Fortunate Eagle is a National Treasure and Ferry's film is a worthy introduction to his life." - Robin Menken, Cinema Without Borders, "Illuminating and entertaining." - John Hanson, Cannes Award-winning Filmmaker (Northern Lights), "Engrossing." -Amy Commingore, Santa Barbara Independent, "Adam Fortunate Eagle is one of the most outstanding and influential Indian leaders of his generation." - Vine Deloria, Jr., Historian, Author, "Custer Died For Your Sins", "Amazing and riveting. A wonderful contribution to the world of the fact that a human being can matter and make a difference.", - Dr. Lita Rawdin Singer, Author OFFICIAL SELECTION: AMERICAN INDIAN FILM FESTIVAL, San Francisco SANTA BARBARA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL BIG WATER FILM FESTIVAL NEVADA FILM FESTIVAL STORIES N' MOTION FILM FESTIVAL
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