Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child (1986)

Plot

This poignant documentary honors Richard Cardinal, a Métis teenager who tragically took his own life in 1984. After being removed from his family at just four years old due to various issues, Richard spent his brief 17 years shifting between 28 different foster homes, group homes, and shelters across Alberta. A thoughtful and expressive individual, he left behind a diary that serves as the foundation for this film, capturing his struggles and experiences.