American silent film that combines elements of documentary and docudrama/docufiction at a time when the concept of separating films into documentary and drama did not yet exist. In the tradition of what would later be called salvage ethnography, the film follows the struggles of the Inuk man named Nanook and his family in the Canadian Artic. It is written and directed by Robert J Flaherty who also served as cinematographer, editor and producer.
Synopsis – The documentary follows the lives of an Inuk, Nanook, and his family as they travel, search for food, and trade in the Ungava Peninsula of northern Quebec, Canada. Nanook, his wife Nyla and their family are introduced as fearless heroes who endure rigors no other race could survive. The audience sees Nanook, often with his family, hunt a walrus, build an igloo, go about his day, and perform other tasks.
Doors & bar open at 11am. Coffee, tea, snacks and refreshments available. Movie starts at 12 noon. $15 for adults and free for kids 13 and under. No need to book. Get your tickets at the door.
Film duration 79 minutes.