Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation
Synopsis
In 1953 the Canadian government relocated Inuit families from Northern Québec to the High Arctic, promising an abundance of game and fish and assuring them they could return home after two years if things didn't work out. They would not see their ancestral lands for 30 years. Abandoned in flimsy tents, the Inuit were left to fend for themselves in the desolate settlements of Resolute Bay and Grise Fiord, where the sea was nearly always frozen and darkness reigned for months on end.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Patricia V. Tassinari
- Screenplay & Story
- Erna Buffie
- Original Score
- André Vincelli
- Original Title
- Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, Inuktitut
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Nutaaq Média Inc., ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Patricia V. Tassinari
Erna Buffie
André Vincelli
Stephen Reizes
Teresa De Luca
Barrie Howells, George Hargrave, Don Haig
Department Leadership Roster
Patricia V. Tassinari
Director
Teresa De Luca
Editor
Erna Buffie
Writer
Barrie Howells
Producer
George Hargrave
Producer
André Vincelli
Original Music Composer
Stephen Reizes
Director of Photography
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What is Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation about?
In 1953 the Canadian government relocated Inuit families from Northern Québec to the High Arctic, promising an abundance of game and fish and assuring them they could return home after two years if things didn't work out. They would not see their ancestral lands for 30 years. Abandoned in flimsy tents, the Inuit were left to fend for themselves in the desolate settlements of Resolute Bay and Grise Fiord, where the sea was nearly always frozen and darkness reigned for months on end.
Who directed Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation?
Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation was directed by Patricia V. Tassinari.
Who stars in Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation?
The principal cast of Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation includes Erna Buffie, Brian Dooley, George Hargrave, Jimmy Mark, Judith Merritt.
When was Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation released and how long is it?
Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation was composed by André Vincelli.