Te Ata 2017

Overview

Te Ata is a 2017 drama film that presents a heartfelt tribute to the extraordinary life of Chickasaw Nation citizen Mary Thompson Fisher. Based on an inspiring, true story, the film explores a culture in transition and follows a woman who traversed cultural barriers to become one of the greatest Native American performers of all time. Raised in Indian Territory, Fisher left home to pursue her dream of becoming an actress, setting her sights on Broadway and what she thought was her life's dream. After facing rejection in audition after audition, she began to wonder if she was cut out for the bright lights, ultimately finding that her true calling was at home all along. From Chautauquas to Broadway and even the White House, Fisher traveled the world performing Native American songs and stories for American presidents, heads of state, and European royalty, using her voice to keep Native traditions and stories alive.