Being Caribou
Synopsis
Wildlife biologist Karsten Heuer and his wife, environmentalist Leanne Allison follow a herd of 120,000 caribou on foot across 1500 km of Arctic tundra, hoping to raise awareness of the threats to the caribou's survival. Along this journey, they brave torrid conditions, dangerous wildlife and treacherous terrain all in the hopes of learning the truth about this epic migration.
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Being Caribou (Bullfrog Films clip)
Type: Clip • Published 2009-08-19
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Available Light Film Festival, Whitehorse, Yukon
Festival / Special Debut
September 16, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Diana Wilson, Leanne Allison
- Screenplay & Story
- Diana Wilson, Leanne Allison
- Original Score
- Dennis Burke, Randall Tetlichi
- Original Title
- Being Caribou
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Diana Wilson, Leanne Allison
Diana Wilson, Leanne Allison
Dennis Burke, Randall Tetlichi
Garry M.B. Smith, Janice Brown
Rina Fraticelli, Tracey Friesen
Department Leadership Roster
Tracey Friesen
Producer
Diana Wilson
Director
Diana Wilson
Writer
Leanne Allison
Director
Garry M.B. Smith
Editor
Dennis Burke
Original Music Composer
Janice Brown
Editor
Leanne Allison
Writer
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What is Being Caribou about?
Wildlife biologist Karsten Heuer and his wife, environmentalist Leanne Allison follow a herd of 120,000 caribou on foot across 1500 km of Arctic tundra, hoping to raise awareness of the threats to the caribou's survival. Along this journey, they brave torrid conditions, dangerous wildlife and treacherous terrain all in the hopes of learning the truth about this epic migration.
Who directed Being Caribou?
Being Caribou was directed by Diana Wilson, Leanne Allison.
Who stars in Being Caribou?
The principal cast of Being Caribou includes Leanne Allison, Karsten Heuer, James Itzi, Peter Josie, Randall Tetlichi.
When was Being Caribou released and how long is it?
Being Caribou was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for Being Caribou?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Being Caribou was composed by Dennis Burke, Randall Tetlichi.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Being Caribou?
Being Caribou holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.