Languages lost & found : speaking & whistling the mamma tongue / a Northern Lights Studio production ; written, directed and produced by Iris Brooks & Jon H. Davis.
"This richly illustrated short film celebrates diverse linguistic and cultural practices from around the world. In footage spanning five continents--from rainforest longhouses in Borneo to dramatic mountaintops in the Canary Islands--dynamic visions of art, music, and dance are woven into a vivid global mosaic. Languages Lost and Found highlights the extent to which the ways we think, speak, and express our ideas are all a reflection of our language. The film reminds viewers about how quickly some languages are disappearing and advocates for the native tongue as an all-important vehicle for maintaining culture, sharing traditional wisdom, and envisioning the future."--Filmakers Library.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.