Where the Cottonwoods Grow
A Journey Through Faith, Resilience, and Community
Dale Hildebrand’s latest film, Where the Cottonwoods Grow, commemorates the Mennonite migration from South Russia to Manitoba in 1874. Through rare images, reenactments, and expert insights, it brings to life a pivotal journey in Mennonite history.
About Dale Hildebrand
Dale Hildebrand is a producer, director, writer, cinematographer, and winner of over 50 international awards & nominations, ranging from Best Picture, Best Director, Best Family Film, Best Comedy, Best Cinematographer, a Canadian Screen Awards nomination, two Gemini nominations and a Gemini win. He shoots and directs in a multitude of genre and has filmed in environments ranging from the war zones of Afghanistan, the peaks of the Himalayas, to the plains of Africa. His latest feature film, Road to the Lemon Grove, was the highest grossing Canadian film during its extended theatrical run and was released on over 30 different digital platforms.
Upcoming Screenings
December 1, 2024, at 2:30 p.m.
Christian Mennonite Conference Church
479 Hanover Street, Steinbach
December 4, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.
P. W. Enns Centennial Concert Hall
783 Mountain Avenue, Winkler
December 15, 2024, at 2:30 p.m.
First Mennonite Church
922 Notre Dame Avenue, Winnipeg
January 19, 2025, at 2:30 p.m.
Buhler Hall
Klassen Avenue, Gretna
Past Screenings
October 5-6, 2024: Neubergthal
October 4, 2024: Winnipeg
August 2-5, 2024: Steinbach