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This is a rare film that has as its heart a story that
has been orally passed down through generations. It is set
in the natural environment of the Iglooik community and
gives the viewer a unique experience. A singular way of
life is depicted in superb detail - igloos for shelter,
clothes from animal skins, dog sleds and the ritual of sharing
spoils of the hunt - down to a bizarre contest.
This is an epic tale. The mystical and mythical are low-key
and it is the more familiar aspects of love, betrayal, jealousy,
and good and evil that make up the story. Although the plot
will be familiar, the setting, people and language will
not. This is an almost anthropological study and one that
will keep you fascinated for its entire near 3 hours. Extraordinary.
Awards
Winner,
Caméra D'Or (Best First Feature), Cannes 2001
Critics
"Spellbinding…see
it and tell your friends." Trevor Johnston,
Time Out
Links
Official
Site
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Programme
Notes
The
Programme Notes are available here.
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Director
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Zacharias
Kunuk |
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Writers |
Paul
Apak Angilirq
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Cast |
Natar Ungalaq
Sylvia Ivalu
Peter Henry Arnatysiaq
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Cert |
15 |
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Length |
2hr
52mins |
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Country |
Canada
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Language |
In
Inuktitut with English subtitles |
DVD
VHS
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