How People Got Fire
Synopsis
This introspective short animation takes place In the village of Carcross, in the Tagish First Nation. Neighbourhood pillar Grandma Kay tell the local children the tale of how Crow brought fire to people. As the story unfolds, we also meet 12-year-old Tish, an introspective, talented girl who feels drawn to the elder. Here, past and present blend, myth and reality meet, and the metaphor of fire infuses all in a location that lies at the heart of this Native community’s spiritual and cultural memory.
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- Director
- Daniel Janke
- Screenplay & Story
- Daniel Janke
- Original Score
- Daniel Janke
- Original Title
- How People Got Fire
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Janke
Daniel Janke
Daniel Janke
Brian Johnson
Svend-Erik Eriksen, Martin Rose, Rina Fraticelli
Department Leadership Roster
Svend-Erik Eriksen
Producer
Brian Johnson
Director of Photography
Martin Rose
Producer
Daniel Janke
Screenplay
Daniel Janke
Director
Daniel Janke
Original Music Composer
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What is How People Got Fire about?
This introspective short animation takes place In the village of Carcross, in the Tagish First Nation. Neighbourhood pillar Grandma Kay tell the local children the tale of how Crow brought fire to people. As the story unfolds, we also meet 12-year-old Tish, an introspective, talented girl who feels drawn to the elder. Here, past and present blend, myth and reality meet, and the metaphor of fire infuses all in a location that lies at the heart of this Native community’s spiritual and cultural memory.
Who directed How People Got Fire?
How People Got Fire was directed by Daniel Janke.
Who stars in How People Got Fire?
The principal cast of How People Got Fire includes Mae Hume, Jonnie-Lyn Kushniruk, Amy Smarch.
When was How People Got Fire released and how long is it?
How People Got Fire was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 14m.
Who composed the musical score for How People Got Fire?
The original motion picture soundtrack for How People Got Fire was composed by Daniel Janke.