Award-Winning Documentary "The Code of Handsome Lake" Selected as a 'Finalist' - Handsome Lake is largely credited with saving Iroquois culture from the ravages of alcoholism as the result of a series of visions brought to him by three spirit messengers. Rochester, NY, July 31, 2008 -- "The Code of Handsome Lake" has been selected as a 'Finalist' for the Moondance International Film Festival.
Written, directed and produced by Michael Keene, "The Code of Handsome Lake" is the true story of the Seneca Prophet who lived in Western New York from 1745 to 1815. Handsome Lake is largely credited with saving Iroquois culture from the ravages of alcoholism as the result of a series of visions brought to him by three spirit messengers. "We are honored with the selection of "The Code of Handsome Lake" by this prestigious film festival", Keene said.