The Rez was a first nations, Canadian television series, which aired on CBC Television from 1996 to 1998. Most of the characters were based on W.P. Kinsella's short story collection Dance Me Outside, which had been made into a film by director Bruce McDonald. McDonald and Norman Jewison were executive producers of the series, which chronicled life in a First Nations community. The series was filmed in the Parry Sound region at Harrison's Landing in Carling Township. All episodes run around 23 Minutes.
Cast: Ryan Rajendra Black, Jennifer Podemski, Darrell Dennis
6 episodes
1. Dressed Like a FishThe marina’s owner dies, and everyone is left wondering who will take over.CC23minFeb 2, 1996
2. Golf and PoliticsSadie organizes a boycott against the marina and insists that Silas and Frank quit working there.CC23minFeb 9, 1996
3. A Little RevealingSilas is asked to become a male stripper, prompting Sadie to show him some of her revealing wear.CC23minFeb 16, 1996
4. The LonghouseFrank goes to extreme lengths in an attempt to make Lucy change her mind about leaving the reserve.CC23minFeb 23, 1996
5. The LarkSilas’s brother goes to live in a group home.CC23minMar 2, 1996
6. Dirty Girls, Kill Kill!Frank hires strippers to fight in a vat of pudding, much to Sadie’s disappointment.CC23minMar 9, 1996
The Rez
It’s nothing but good times on the edge — until life hits you hard.
The Rez was a first nations, Canadian television series, which aired on CBC Television from 1996 to 1998. Most of the characters were based on W.P. Kinsella's short story collection Dance Me Outside, which had been made into a film by director Bruce McDonald. McDonald and Norman Jewison were executive producers of the series, which chronicled life in a First Nations community. The series was filmed in the Parry Sound region at Harrison's Landing in Carling Township. All episodes run around 23 Minutes.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- John L'Ecuyer
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
