Nanook of the North
“A story of life and love in the actual Arctic.”
Synopsis
This pioneering documentary film depicts the lives of the indigenous Inuit people of Canada's northern Quebec region. Although the production contains some fictional elements, it vividly shows how its resourceful subjects survive in such a harsh climate, revealing how they construct their igloo homes and find food by hunting and fishing. The film also captures the beautiful, if unforgiving, frozen landscape of the Great White North, far removed from conventional civilization.
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Nanook of The North - Faclan Festival 2016 Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-10-24
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Release History & Theatrical Window
San Francisco Silent Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 21, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 1, 2008
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$53K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Flaherty
- Screenplay & Story
- Frances H. Flaherty, Robert Flaherty
- Original Title
- Nanook of the North
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, France
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Production Budget
- $53K
- Production Studios
- Les Frères Revillon
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Flaherty
Frances H. Flaherty, Robert Flaherty
Robert Flaherty
Robert Flaherty, Charles Gelb
Robert Flaherty, Thierry Mallett, John Révillon
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Flaherty
Producer
Robert Flaherty
Editor
Charles Gelb
Editor
Robert Flaherty
Director
Robert Flaherty
Director of Photography
Robert Flaherty
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Tous publics — Universal audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nanook of the North
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nanook of the North about?
This pioneering documentary film depicts the lives of the indigenous Inuit people of Canada's northern Quebec region. Although the production contains some fictional elements, it vividly shows how its resourceful subjects survive in such a harsh climate, revealing how they construct their igloo homes and find food by hunting and fishing. The film also captures the beautiful, if unforgiving, frozen landscape of the Great White North, far removed from conventional civilization.
Who directed Nanook of the North?
Nanook of the North was directed by Robert Flaherty.
Who stars in Nanook of the North?
The principal cast of Nanook of the North includes Allakariallak, Alice Nevalinga, Cunayou, Allegoo, Allee.
When was Nanook of the North released and how long is it?
Nanook of the North was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nanook of the North?
Nanook of the North holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.).