Prairie Trilogy (DVD)(2020)

The "In Prairie Fire" documentary series is a powerful and moving work of historical storytelling, directed by John Hanson and Rob Nilsson.

This series tells the story of 97-year-old Henry Martinson, an ex-organizer and poet who recounts the birth of the Socialist Nonpartisan League in 1916.

The series is accompanied by images shot by Frithjof Holmboe, Nilsson's own grandfather, and provides a glimpse into the past through Martinson's vivid narrative.

"Rebel Earth" finds Martinson revisiting the scenes of his life, seeking out the spot of his Divide County homestead, while "Survivor" focuses on the biography of its subject in a funny and expansive mood.

This series is a must-watch for anyone interested in history, documentary filmmaking, or simply experiencing the powerful stories of those who came before us.