Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics
Synopsis
Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics dives deeply into the innate contrast between the Seven Deadly Sins (Lust, Gluttony, Greed, Sloth, Wrath, Pride and Envy) and the Seven Sacred Teachings (Love, Respect, Wisdom, Courage, Truth, Honesty and Humility), as embodied in the life of a precocious Métis baby. Brought to life by Terril Calder’s darkly beautiful stop-motion animation, her inner turmoil of abuse is laid bare with unflinching honesty. Convinced she’s soiled and destined for Hell, Baby Girl receives teachings that fill her with strength and pride, and affirm a path towards healing. Calder’s tour-de-force unearths a hauntingly familiar yet hopeful world that illuminates the bias of colonial systems.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Terril Calder
- Screenplay & Story
- Terril Calder, Darlene Naponse
- Original Score
- Judith Gruber-Stitzer
- Original Title
- Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Terril Calder
Terril Calder, Darlene Naponse
Judith Gruber-Stitzer
Jeff Barnaby
Robert McLaughlin, Jelena Popović, Michael Fukushima
Department Leadership Roster
Terril Calder
Director
Terril Calder
Writer
Judith Gruber-Stitzer
Original Music Composer
Terril Calder
Costume Design
Jeff Barnaby
Editor
Jelena Popović
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics about?
Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics dives deeply into the innate contrast between the Seven Deadly Sins (Lust, Gluttony, Greed, Sloth, Wrath, Pride and Envy) and the Seven Sacred Teachings (Love, Respect, Wisdom, Courage, Truth, Honesty and Humility), as embodied in the life of a precocious Métis baby. Brought to life by Terril Calder’s darkly beautiful stop-motion animation, her inner turmoil of abuse is laid bare with unflinching honesty. Convinced she’s soiled and destined for Hell, Baby Girl receives teachings that fill her with strength and pride, and affirm a path towards healing. Calder’s tour-de-force unearths a hauntingly familiar yet hopeful world that illuminates the bias of colonial systems.
Who directed Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics?
Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics was directed by Terril Calder.
Who stars in Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics?
The principal cast of Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics includes Gail Maurice, Kent McQuaid, Lake Delisle, Terril Calder.
When was Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics released and how long is it?
Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics was composed by Judith Gruber-Stitzer.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics?
Meneath: The Hidden Island of Ethics holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).