One Dead Indian

Stoney Point Natives assemble at Ipperwash Provincial Park for what began as a peaceful protest.

Cast

Eric Schweig

as Sam George

Dakota House

as Dudley George

Gabrielle Miller

as Premier

Stephen McHattie

as Police Field Commander

Robin Wilcock

as Ian Scott

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