Kaha:wi: The Cycle of Life

Kaha:wi: The Cycle of Life is a  2016 CSA-Nominated and 2015 CSC Award-Winning one-hour performance arts documentary, is a stunning journey into Iroquoian teachings on love, life, community, and spirit, as expressed through dance (both traditional and modern). Kaha:wi – The Cycle of Life was an original dance show created by award-winning Mohawk dancer and choreographer Santee Smith that was re-interpeted for the screen by director Shane Belcourt. The screen was further brought to life with the cinematography of James Klopko and the production design of David Hannan. While this performance arts documentary is a showcase for the dance numbers, it is also an investigation into the process and teachings of creating this spiritually based work.

Watch the trailer here

Directed by: Shane Belcourt