Movie Description

Nanook of the North

(1922)

Overview

This pioneering documentary film depicts the lives of the indigenous Inuit people of Canada's northern Quebec region. Although the production contains some fictional elements, it vividly shows how its resourceful subjects survive in such a harsh climate, revealing how they construct their igloo homes and find food by hunting and fishing. The film also captures the beautiful, if unforgiving, frozen landscape of the Great White North, far removed from conventional civilization.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleNanook of the North

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1922-06-11

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 19m

Budget₹ 53000

Production CompaniesLes Frères Revillon

Genres

  • Documentary
  • Drama