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Choctaw Filmmaker's 'Drowned Land' Urges River Protection

6/12/2025

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Colleen Thurston, a passionate Choctaw filmmaker, captivates audiences at the Seattle International Film Festival with her documentary ‘Drowned Land.’ This powerful film intertwines Choctaw history with a heartfelt plea to safeguard the Kiamichi River from environmental threats, reflecting on her family's deep-rooted connection to the water and the vibrant community in Oklahoma.

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Story summary

Colleen Thurston, a passionate Choctaw filmmaker, captivates audiences at the Seattle International Film Festival with her documentary ‘Drowned Land.’ This powerful film intertwines Choctaw history with a heartfelt plea to safeguard the Kiamichi River from environmental threats, reflecting on her family's deep-rooted connection to the water and the vibrant community in Oklahoma.