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The Shaman's Apprentice

The Shaman's Apprentice

2001•54m
Documentary

Scientist Mark Plotkin races against time to save the ancient healing knowledge of Indian tribes from extinction.

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EN

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Mark Plotkin

Himself

Susan Sarandon

Susan Sarandon

Narrator (voice)

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