The Cherokee Word for Water (2013): Cast
The Cherokee Word for Water is a 2013 drama directed by Charlie Soap and Tim Kelly, starring Kimberly Guerrero as Wilma Mankiller, Darryl Tonemah and Mo J.. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 32m (92 min)
- Directors
- Charlie Soap and Tim Kelly
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Cherokee Word for Water About?
The premise of The Cherokee Word for Water without spoilers.
The film chronicles Wilma Mankiller's journey to becoming the first modern female Chief of the Cherokee Nation. Set in early 1980s Oklahoma, it follows Wilma and Cherokee organizer Charlie Soap as they collaborate to build a 16-mile waterline system for a small, rural town where many homes lack basic necessities. Through their efforts, they unite the community, fostering trust and rekindling shared values of reciprocity and interconnectedness. The project’s impact extended beyond the immediate need, inspiring a self-help movement within Native American communities.
The Cherokee Word for Water Cast & Characters
Kimberly Guerrero leads the cast as Wilma Mankiller, with Darryl Tonemah as Chief Ross Swimmer and Mo J. as Charlie Soap. Directed by Charlie Soap and Tim Kelly; 7 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Charlie Soap
- Co-director Tim Kelly
- Kimberly Guerrero as Wilma Mankiller
- Darryl Tonemah as Chief Ross Swimmer
- Mo J. as Charlie Soap
- Steeve Reeves as Johnson Soap
Also Starring in The Cherokee Word for Water
· 3 more- Zahn McClarnon Deputy Jackson
- Ben Livingston Curly
- Oren R. Lyons Grandfather
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The Cherokee Word for Water FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Cherokee Word for Water, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Cherokee Word for Water?
The Cherokee Word for Water runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).
When was The Cherokee Word for Water released?
The Cherokee Word for Water was released on May 1, 2013.
Who directed The Cherokee Word for Water?
The Cherokee Word for Water was directed by Charlie Soap and Tim Kelly.
More films by Charlie Soap Who is in the cast of The Cherokee Word for Water?
The Cherokee Word for Water stars Kimberly Guerrero as Wilma Mankiller, Darryl Tonemah as Chief Ross Swimmer and Mo J. as Charlie Soap, among 7 credited actors.
Does The Cherokee Word for Water have a post-credit scene?
No. The Cherokee Word for Water has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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