Sounds from Our People: Old Crow
Synopsis
The village of Old Crow and the people from the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation are located on the banks of the Porcupine River 80 miles inside the Arctic Circle. The film shows the lifestyles and spirit of the people of Old Crow, reflected in the writings of Gwich'in Edith Josie and the stories told by Elder Kenneth Nukon. Alanis Obomsawin wanted to document life in the community before the proposed Mackenzie Valley Pipe line was to go through. "Everything will be changed -- it will never be the same again".
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alanis Obomsawin
- Original Title
- Sounds from Our People: Old Crow
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alanis Obomsawin
Department Leadership Roster
Alanis Obomsawin
Director
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What is Sounds from Our People: Old Crow about?
The village of Old Crow and the people from the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation are located on the banks of the Porcupine River 80 miles inside the Arctic Circle. The film shows the lifestyles and spirit of the people of Old Crow, reflected in the writings of Gwich'in Edith Josie and the stories told by Elder Kenneth Nukon. Alanis Obomsawin wanted to document life in the community before the proposed Mackenzie Valley Pipe line was to go through. "Everything will be changed -- it will never be the same again".
Who directed Sounds from Our People: Old Crow?
Sounds from Our People: Old Crow was directed by Alanis Obomsawin.
Who stars in Sounds from Our People: Old Crow?
The principal cast of Sounds from Our People: Old Crow includes Not specified.
When was Sounds from Our People: Old Crow released and how long is it?
Sounds from Our People: Old Crow was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 29m.