Where the Cottonwoods Grow

A Journey of Survival, Faith, and Resilience

Where the Cottonwoods Grow

Directed by Dale Hildebrand (2024)

Discover the remarkable journey of survival, faith, and resilience in Where the Cottonwoods Grow. This powerful documentary commemorates the extraordinary 20,000-kilometre migration of Mennonites from South Russia (present-day Ukraine) to Manitoba in the 1870s.

Step into history and learn about unthinkable trials, unforgiving nature, and the profound complexities of colonization.

Trailer

Supporters

The Manitoba Mennonite Historical Society is pleased to support the production of Where the Cottonwoods Grow, facilitating financial assistance to ensure the success of this meaningful film.

Book a Screening

Contact executive producer Larry Chornoboy at chorcon@mymts.net for more information.

Upcoming Screenings

North Newton: June 1, 2025 @ 3:00 PM
Kauffman Museum
2801 North Main St, North Newton
Tickets available online

La Crete: October 25, 2025
Details to be announced

Belize and Mexico
Details to be announced

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About Dale Hildebrand

Dale Hildebrand is a producer, director, writer, cinematographer, and winner of over 50 international awards and nominations.

He shoots and directs in a multitude of genres and has filmed in environments ranging from the war zones of Afghanistan, the peaks of the Himalayas, to the plains of Africa.

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