The Mound Builders

The Mound Builders

1976 · 85 min · ★ 7.0 · Drama

In this production of Lanford Wilson’s Obie Award-winning play, Native American traditions conflict with modern society when archaeologists try to uncover the mysteries of ancient native temple mounds before rising waters flood the region.

Directed by Ken Campbell

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