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Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child

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This short documentary is a moving tribute to Richard Cardinal, a Métis adolescent who committed suicide in 1984. Taken from his home at the age of 4 due to family problems, he spent the rest of his 17 short years moving in and out of 28…

DirectorAlanis Obomsawin
WriterAlanis Obomsawin
ProducersAndy Thomson·Marrin Canell

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Not available in India
Streaming in 3 other countries

Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child isn't on any streaming service in India right now, but it's available in Canada, Ireland, United Kingdom. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Alanis Obomsawin

CS
Cory Swan
Richard as a Young Boy
PK
Pauline Kerik
Social Worker
BS
Betty Smith
Foster Mother
LM
Leslie Miller
Foster Father

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Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child — streaming FAQ

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Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child isn't on any streaming service in India yet, but it's available in Canada, United Kingdom and Ireland. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

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No, Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child is not on Netflix in India as of September 2026.

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