Andrew D Flanagan
Photographer • Director
Culture Preservation / Conservation
Photographer / Filmmaker / Founder VA Network & Ngarra Foundation
Australia
More Info
Director:
Andrew D Flanagan
Writer:
Andrew D Flanagan
Featuring:
Sarah J Flemming
Run Time:
1hr15
Rating:
Suitable for all ages.
Languages:
English • Lakota
Year:
2022
Native Land / Region:
Wonnorua / Australia
Impact:
Preservation / Conservation
Category:
Conservation / People
Coordinates: 63.5888° N, 154.4931° W
Native Land / Region: Name Name
Country: Alaska / USA
- Voices from the campfire
- Resting Place
- Resting Place
- Bedtime stories from Indigenous authors and storytellers around the world.
- Connect to Country. Connect to self.
- excerpt
- Ambience sounds of nature, from outback australia to the jungles of the amazon.
- Voices from the campfire
- Resting Place
- Resting Place
- Bedtime stories from Indigenous authors and storytellers around the world.
- Connect to Country. Connect to self.
- excerpt
- Ambience sounds of nature, from outback australia to the jungles of the amazon.
-
Below The Thin Blue Line
Stories of connection and care. Reclaiming our role as custodial species of the planet.
-
Coming to relation and retaking our roles as custodians of the planet.
Rebecoming Custodians
Coming to relation and retaking our roles as custodians of the planet. -
Below The Thin Blue Line
Stories of connection and care. Reclaiming our role as custodial species of the planet.Below The Thin Blue Line
Stories of connection and care. Reclaiming our role as custodial species of the planet.
-
Koorta. Two Hearts Together As One.
3 SeasonsKoorta. Two Hearts Together As One.
3 Seasons
-
Rebecoming Custodians
A journey across ancient lands exploring Indigenous knowledge, wisdom keepers, and the powerful reconnection between people and Country. Unearth the stories, lore, and deep ecological intelligence of First Nations communities, revealing how we can heal the land, ourselves, and each other.
-
Rebecoming Custodians
A journey across ancient lands exploring Indigenous knowledge, wisdom keepers, and the powerful reconnection between people and Country. Unearth the stories, lore, and deep ecological intelligence of First Nations communities, revealing how we can heal the land, ourselves, and each other.Rebecoming Custodians
A journey across ancient lands exploring Indigenous knowledge, wisdom keepers, and the powerful reconnection between people and Country. Unearth the stories, lore, and deep ecological intelligence of First Nations communities, revealing how we can heal the land, ourselves, and each other.
Outside The Network




- Photographer / Storyteller Wonnorua
- short desctip
- Photographer / Storyteller Wonnorua
- Photographer / Storyteller Wonnorua
- short desctip
- Photographer / Storyteller Wonnorua
- Two hearts, one journey to rediscover the meaning of union.
- Two hearts, one journey to rediscover the meaning of union.
- Showcasing the Series on the VA Network
- short Join four generations of families from indigenous tribes across the blog to explore deep into their traditional connection with nature and retrieve forward the words that just might help save the world.
- Unveiling Culture: NGARRA Chronicles' reveals the powerful stories, art, and resilience of indigenous communities around the world, one breathtaking episode at a time
- short Join four generations of families from indigenous tribes across the blog to explore deep into their traditional connection with nature and retrieve forward the words that just might help save the world.
- Two hearts, one journey to rediscover the meaning of union.
- Two hearts, one journey to rediscover the meaning of union.
- Showcasing the Series on the VA Network
- short Join four generations of families from indigenous tribes across the blog to explore deep into their traditional connection with nature and retrieve forward the words that just might help save the world.
- Unveiling Culture: NGARRA Chronicles' reveals the powerful stories, art, and resilience of indigenous communities around the world, one breathtaking episode at a time
- short Join four generations of families from indigenous tribes across the blog to explore deep into their traditional connection with nature and retrieve forward the words that just might help save the world.
Bio:
“Sankofa: A Journey of Rediscovery” is a captivating documentary series that takes viewers on a profound exploration of indigenous cultures around the world. Inspired by the concept of Sankofa, a powerful Akan word from Ghana meaning to retrieve insights from the past to improve the future, the series follows an adventurous documentary photographer as they immerse themselves in diverse communities and delve into their unique ways of life.
Guided by the belief that words have spirit and power, our photographer ventures into these communities to understand their deep connection to nature, their ancestral traditions, and their sustainable way of living. Living alongside the community members, the photographer becomes an intimate observer, experiencing firsthand their daily routines, rituals, and profound relationships with the natural world.
As the journey unfolds, each episode centers around the photographer’s quest to bring back a single word—a word that encapsulates a meaning, a wisdom, a concept that the whole world needs to adopt. Through heartfelt conversations, shared experiences, and the wisdom of indigenous elders, the photographer uncovers the essence of the community’s relationship with nature and its profound impact on their well-being and harmony.
“Sankofa: A Journey of Rediscovery” celebrates the rich tapestry of indigenous languages, highlighting their role as reflections of the land and the bioregions they call home. Working closely with the community members, the series aims to authentically portray their stories, traditions, and unique perspectives through their own eyes and words.
With each episode, the viewer is invited to embark on a transformative and enlightening experience, discovering the interconnectedness of all beings and the urgent need for humanity to realign with nature. The series explores the power of language and the profound influence it has on shaping our actions, encouraging viewers to consider the ways in which they speak and interact with the world around them.
Through impactful storytelling and breathtaking cinematography, “Sankofa: A Journey of Rediscovery” aims to inspire a shift in consciousness, promoting equality, acceptance, and a deep connection with the natural world. It serves as a powerful reminder that by embracing the wisdom of indigenous cultures, we can forge a path towards a more sustainable, harmonious, and unified future.
Join us on this extraordinary expedition as we embark on a quest to retrieve forward the ancient wisdom we have lost and pave the way for a better future—one word at a time.