1. Dry Lips
... a vehicle through which Highway expresses his opposition to the gradual decadence of the Native culture. Using intense imagery and symbols, all culminating in a gruesome rape scene, Highway effectively illustrates his message. In the drama's horrific climax, two profound, yet opposing symbols come together: the crucifix and Nanabush. Dickie Bird uses a cross to rape the woman; a symbol of Christianity: the essence of western civilization ... ...
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