In this beautifully filmed, broadcast-quality program, discover the majestic beauty of Monument Valley and the mystical bond between the Navajos and their homeland. Discover how they have adapted to harmonize with this arid and rugged land. Watch as men and women practice crafts and customs according to ancient tradition, including rug weaving and a rarely-seen religious ceremony performed by a Navajo Medicine Man. Also, learn of Harry and Mike Goulding s early trading post and the landscape that became famous for many of Hollywood s best western movies.
Released 5/04DVD BONUS FEATURES:
• Monument Valley quiz
• Navajo Cultural Traditions video
• Music video
• Flying Monument Valley video
• Monument Valley Place Names
• Mike Goulding Interview
DVD CHAPTERS:
1 Navajo Nation
2 Formations
3 Human History
4 Raising Livestock
5 Navajo Weavers
6 Goulding s Lodge
7 Western Movies
8 Visitor Tours
9 Traditions
10 Sand Painting
REVIEW QUOTES:
"The desolate grandeur of Monument Valley, located on the Navajo Indian Reservation in the Four Corners area of Arizona and Utah, has been beautifully captured in this video."
Los Angeles Times
"An interesting guide to the history, people and geography of Monument Valley, this exquisite program is another winner from Finley-Holiday, and is highly recommended."
Video Librarian
