Yellow Bird

This gripping true story follows Lissa Yellow Bird, an Arikara woman determined to solve the mysterious disappearance of a young oil worker on the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation. After her release from prison, Lissa returns to a community transformed by the Bakken oil boom, grappling with increased violence and addiction. As she searches for clues about the missing man, she navigates the complexities of her own tribal identity and the influence of non-Native oil workers. Her quest for justice becomes intertwined with her personal journey of redemption and healing from generational trauma. The narrative offers a powerful exploration of systemic violence against Native communities while portraying Lissa as a multifaceted and compelling protagonist. Through eight years of meticulous investigation, this account sheds light on the urgent issues facing tribal nations today.

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