Video/Film Projects

Documentary Film

Amskapi Piikani [People of the Blackfeet Nation] have interacted with every element of this landscape, across much of what is today known as Montana, since time immemorial. This area of Northwest Montana, home to the Blackfeet Nation, stands the mountains which Piikani refer to as the "backbone of the world". Hear unique perspectives from Amskapi Piikani as they carry on the holistic approaches and reciprocal relationships that have always been a part of their culture and traditions, in ways that empower their community as they move into the future.

This content was Produced by Lara Tomov with Stories For Action and Co-Produced by Lailani Upham of Iron Shield Creative.

Jesse DesRosier (Iron Shield Creative story guide): Connecting through Blackfeet language.

Iron Shield Creative teamed up with Stories For Action on a project, “People and the Landscapes” series with one episode produced on the Blackfeet Reservation.

Raven Heavy Runner, Iron Shield grandson, tells story from Iron Shield also known as Joseph Upham.

Our Blackfoot ancestral story. Granddaughters of Iron Shield.

Joseph M. Upham, great-grandson of Iron Shield offers up a traditional old style Blackfoot prairie chicken dance.

Holly Bear Chief Upham, great, great, granddaughter of Iron Shield, recounts an old oral traditional story of Napi and the Great Spirit.

Pikuni Bigfoot Storytelling Project YouTube channel

The Pikuni Bigfoot Storytelling Project YouTube channel is platform for stories from folks from around the Blackfeet Indian Reservation. This storytelling project is a hobby started with sisters known as “SASQUATCH AUNTIES” taking viewers into the lives of folks from our community telling about their encounters with the elusive creature, “IMOITAPI” and sharing cultural stories. It's also our excuse to get outside in the mountains and hike! This is a bonus entertainment. We offer these storytelling hikes via fundraiser events. Stay tuned on our events calendar or email us for details. Enjoy!