Evan's Drum
Synopsis
For generations, the sound of traditional Inuit drum dancing fell silent in Labrador due to colonization. In the early 21st century, the beat of the drum returned, and with it a renewed sense of pride in Inuit culture. Evan’s Drum tells the story of seven-year-old Evan Winters of Happy Valley-Goose Bay as he learns from his mother, Amy, how to drum dance. Amy hopes that her son will continue this newly reclaimed tradition and help to pass it on to future generations of Inuit. Labrador Inuk filmmaker Ossie Michelin brings us into the home of the Winters-Allen family for an intimate look as the revitalized tradition of drum dancing is once more passed down through the generations. Evan’s Drum provides a window into modern Inuit family life through the story of Evan and his family, who work alongside their community to keep the drumbeat alive.
Top Cast
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- Director
- Ossie Michelin
- Screenplay & Story
- Ossie Michelin
- Original Score
- Judith Gruber-Stitzer
- Original Title
- Evan's Drum
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ossie Michelin
Ossie Michelin
Judith Gruber-Stitzer
Duncan De Young, Sylvaine Dufaux
MeiYen Chan
Kat Baulu, Latonia Hartery, Annette Clarke, Rohan Fernando
Department Leadership Roster
Ossie Michelin
Director
Judith Gruber-Stitzer
Original Music Composer
MeiYen Chan
Editor
Duncan De Young
Director of Photography
Ossie Michelin
Writer
Sylvaine Dufaux
Director of Photography
Kat Baulu
Producer
Latonia Hartery
Producer
Rohan Fernando
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Evan's Drum
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What is Evan's Drum about?
For generations, the sound of traditional Inuit drum dancing fell silent in Labrador due to colonization. In the early 21st century, the beat of the drum returned, and with it a renewed sense of pride in Inuit culture. Evan’s Drum tells the story of seven-year-old Evan Winters of Happy Valley-Goose Bay as he learns from his mother, Amy, how to drum dance. Amy hopes that her son will continue this newly reclaimed tradition and help to pass it on to future generations of Inuit. Labrador Inuk filmmaker Ossie Michelin brings us into the home of the Winters-Allen family for an intimate look as the revitalized tradition of drum dancing is once more passed down through the generations. Evan’s Drum provides a window into modern Inuit family life through the story of Evan and his family, who work alongside their community to keep the drumbeat alive.
Who directed Evan's Drum?
Evan's Drum was directed by Ossie Michelin.
Who stars in Evan's Drum?
The principal cast of Evan's Drum includes Evan Winters, Jennie Williams, Amy Winters, Dallas, Vince Allen.
When was Evan's Drum released and how long is it?
Evan's Drum was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Evan's Drum?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Evan's Drum was composed by Judith Gruber-Stitzer.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Evan's Drum?
Evan's Drum holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).