Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat
Synopsis
On the edge of the Arctic Ocean, the community of Taloyoak, Nunavut, is working to feed its families. Soaring grocery prices and the high cost of hunting and travel in the North leave many households facing food insecurity. Nirilaurta tells the story of a community that draws on Inuit culture, land-based knowledge and kinship to nourish their bodies, spirits and one another.
Release History & Theatrical Window
International First Peoples Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Malaya Qaunirq Chapman
- Screenplay & Story
- Malaya Qaunirq Chapman, Marie-Hélène Cousineau
- Original Title
- Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- Inuktitut, English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Malaya Qaunirq Chapman
Malaya Qaunirq Chapman, Marie-Hélène Cousineau
Rob Vroom, Ariel Nasr, Nathalie Cloutier, Rohan Fernando, John Christou
Department Leadership Roster
Malaya Qaunirq Chapman
Director
Malaya Qaunirq Chapman
Writer
Rob Vroom
Producer
Ariel Nasr
Producer
Marie-Hélène Cousineau
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat about?
On the edge of the Arctic Ocean, the community of Taloyoak, Nunavut, is working to feed its families. Soaring grocery prices and the high cost of hunting and travel in the North leave many households facing food insecurity. Nirilaurta tells the story of a community that draws on Inuit culture, land-based knowledge and kinship to nourish their bodies, spirits and one another.
Who directed Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat?
Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat was directed by Malaya Qaunirq Chapman.
Who stars in Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat?
The principal cast of Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat includes Not specified.
When was Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat released and how long is it?
Nirilaurta: Let Us Eat was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 52m.