We Won't Bow Down

2014 • Directed by

Christopher Levoy Bower

Documentary

Enter the secret culture of African American artists, tribesmen, and warriors as they maintain the spirit and traditions of their ancient ancestors in the modern-day New Orleans.

Explores a secret society of African Americans in inner city New Orleans as they devote their time and skills to create hand-beaded Indian costumes that embody a cultural, spiritual and ancient power that has kept Africa alive in the new world despite slavery and it's legacy.