The Watchman's Canoe (2017)

Plot

Jett, a young girl of mixed Caucasian and Indigenous heritage, grapples with her identity while living on a reservation in 1969. Isolated and bullied by her peers, she discovers a profound bond with nature when she calls upon the trees for protection. Guided by a tribal Watchman, Jett embarks on a transformative spiritual journey, seeking to understand her unique gifts and embrace her true purpose. As she navigates the challenges of belonging, she learns to harness her connection to the natural world, ultimately uncovering her destiny and strength within.