Smudge(2005)
Smudge Synopsis
This short documentary follows three Indigenous women as they practice ancestral forms of worship: drumming, singing, and using sweetgrass. These ancient spiritual traditions may at first seem at odds with urban life, but to Indigenous people in Canada who are used to praying in natural settings, the whole world is sacred space.
Smudge (2005) is a documentary film directed by Gail Maurice, released on January 1, 2005 with a runtime of 12m. It stars Andrea F. Friedman, John Maclaren, June B. Wilde and Maria Luisa Cianni.
- Director:
- Gail Maurice
- Writers:
- Gail Maurice
- Producers:
- Gerry Flahive
- Cinematographer:
- Michael Grippo
- Composer:
- Ken Myhr
- Production:
- ONF | NFB
- Status:
- Released
Smudge Cast & Crew
Main cast
- Andrea F. Friedman
Andrea F. Friedman
as Cindy
John Maclaren
as Jack Watson
June B. Wilde
as Nurse Sinclair
- Maria Luisa Cianni
Maria Luisa Cianni
as Principal (as Luisa Cianni)
Demetri Goritsas
as Jan
Key crew
Directed by Gail Maurice, written by Gail Maurice, produced by Gerry Flahive.
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Smudge – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Smudge?
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The main cast of Smudge (2005) includes Andrea F. Friedman, John Maclaren, June B. Wilde, Maria Luisa Cianni and Demetri Goritsas. The film was directed by Gail Maurice. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Smudge released?
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Smudge was released on January 1, 2005 and runs for 12m.