Rachel McDonald Wins Best Photography for Dancing Warrior at Ona Film Festival
Rachel McDonald has been honoured with the Best Photography award at Ona Film Festival for her exceptional work on Dancing Warrior, a documentary co-directed with Peter Goetz. The film’s stunning visuals, curated by cinematographer Amado Parame Stachenfeld, offer a powerful portrayal of the Lakota community and the transformative impact of Indian Relay on Lakota youth.
Following its triumph at Ona, Dancing Warrior will screen at two upcoming prominent festivals:
Crested Butte Film Festival
- Sep 20th, 4:15 PM @ The Majestic #2
- Sep 20th, 7:15 PM @ The Majestic #2
Port Townsend Film Festival
- Sep 21st, 4:00 PM @ Rose Theatre
- Sep 22nd, 7:30 PM @ American Legion
The film continues to offer a profound exploration of Lakota culture and the resilience of its youth.
