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Producer/Sound Recordist. Casino Nation. Scheduled for release in late 2005/early 2006, the film documents the Seneca Nation of Indians as they open two Las Vegas-style casinos, one in Niagara Falls, New York and the other on their Allegany territory. This film highlights the impact of sudden prosperity on this small sovereign nation. Will the distinctive culture and identity of these native people be able to withstand the onslaught of American culture’s promise of big and easy money? The film explores these and other issues facing the Senecas during this critical time of sweeping change. More information may be found at www.casinonation.net.` Director/Writer/Editor. What the Hell is Corn Soup? This short film documents the preparation of a traditional Seneca corn soup. Ingredients include dried white corn, wood ashes, kidney beans and salt pork. It’s an arduous task to prepare this Seneca delicacy because it takes over 12 hours to prepare. It is not uncommon for Terry to host a few corn soup parties during the year. His guests are able to screen the film and taste the soup. There’s a reason why this soup’s ingredients and preparation have remained unchanged for the last 200 years.
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