Snowshoes
Synopsis
The remarkable construction of the venerable snowshoe is demonstrated from start to finish. Atikamekw Elders Mariane and Athanas Jacob take us into the forest to select the tree that will become a fresh new pair of snowshoes.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alanis Obomsawin
- Original Title
- Snowshoes
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 8m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alanis Obomsawin
Department Leadership Roster
Alanis Obomsawin
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Snowshoes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Snowshoes about?
The remarkable construction of the venerable snowshoe is demonstrated from start to finish. Atikamekw Elders Mariane and Athanas Jacob take us into the forest to select the tree that will become a fresh new pair of snowshoes.
Who directed Snowshoes?
Snowshoes was directed by Alanis Obomsawin.
Who stars in Snowshoes?
The principal cast of Snowshoes includes Not specified.
When was Snowshoes released and how long is it?
Snowshoes was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 8m.