Shadow of the Wolf
Synopsis
In the 1930s, Agaguk lives his traditional Inuit life. But one day, there is a murder in the tribe and Agaguk becomes a suspect. Soon he becomes persecuted by Henderson, a mean mountie, and he must flee through the cold winter of Northern Quebec.
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Shadow Of The Wolf Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-03-01
Top Cast
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Lou Diamond Phillips
Agaguk
Toshirō Mifune
Kroomak
Jennifer Tilly
Igiyook
Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu
Brown
Donald Sutherland
Henderson
Nicholas Campbell
Scott
Raoul Max Trujillo
Big Tooth
Qalingo Tookalak
Tulugak
Jobie Arnaituk
Nayalik
Tamussie Sivuarapik
Korok
Harry Hill
McTavish
David Okpik
Pualuna
Patricia Eshkibok
Parted Hair
Earl Danyluk
Hatchet Jack
Glenn Verdon
Stebbins
Lucie Kadjulik
First old woman
Lydia Phillips
Second old woman
Jean-Michel Dorthan
First sailor
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 5, 1992
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Dorfmann, Pierre Magny
- Screenplay & Story
- Rudy Wurlitzer, Evan Jones
- Original Score
- Maurice Jarre
- Original Title
- Shadow of the Wolf
- Country of Origin
- Canada, France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- PROCIREP, Vision International, Transfilm, Eiffel Productions, Films A2, Téléfilm Canada, CNC, Canal+, Triumph Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Dorfmann, Pierre Magny
Rudy Wurlitzer, Evan Jones, David Milhaud, Yves Thériault
Maurice Jarre
Billy Williams
Catherine Trouillet
Claude Léger, Charles L. Smiley
Department Leadership Roster
Jacques Dorfmann
Director
Pierre Magny
Director
Rudy Wurlitzer
Screenplay
Maurice Jarre
Original Music Composer
Billy Williams
Director of Photography
Catherine Trouillet
Editor
Claude Léger
Producer
Wolf Kroeger
Production Design
Olga Dimitrovová
Costume Design
Joseph A. Porro
Costume Design
Evan Jones
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shadow of the Wolf
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What is Shadow of the Wolf about?
In the 1930s, Agaguk lives his traditional Inuit life. But one day, there is a murder in the tribe and Agaguk becomes a suspect. Soon he becomes persecuted by Henderson, a mean mountie, and he must flee through the cold winter of Northern Quebec.
Who directed Shadow of the Wolf?
Shadow of the Wolf was directed by Jacques Dorfmann, Pierre Magny.
Who stars in Shadow of the Wolf?
The principal cast of Shadow of the Wolf includes Lou Diamond Phillips, Toshirō Mifune, Jennifer Tilly, Bernard-Pierre Donnadieu, Donald Sutherland.
When was Shadow of the Wolf released and how long is it?
Shadow of the Wolf was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Shadow of the Wolf?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shadow of the Wolf was composed by Maurice Jarre.
Is Shadow of the Wolf based on a book or true story?
Shadow of the Wolf is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Yves Thériault".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shadow of the Wolf?
Shadow of the Wolf holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).