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Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation (1995)

0.019950h 53mEN
Documentary

Directed by Patricia V. Tassinari

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

0h 53m

Language

EN

Release

January 1, 1995

Director

Patricia V. Tassinari

Overview

In 1953 the Canadian government relocated Inuit families from Northern Québec to the High Arctic, promising an abundance of game and fish and assuring them they could return home after two years if things didn't work out. They would not see their ancestral lands for 30 years. Abandoned in flimsy te...

Cast

Erna Buffie

Erna Buffie

Self - Narrator (voice)

Brian Dooley

Brian Dooley

Voice

George Hargrave

George Hargrave

Voice

Jimmy Mark

Jimmy Mark

Voice

Judith Merritt

Judith Merritt

Voice

Urutuq Ningiurluut

Urutuq Ningiurluut

Voice

July Papatsie

July Papatsie

Voice

Eva Pilurtuut

Eva Pilurtuut

Voice

Paul Stewart

Paul Stewart

Voice

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation (1995), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1953 the Canadian government relocated Inuit families from Northern Québec to the High Arctic, promising an abundance of game and fish and assuring them they could return home after two years if things didn't work out. They would not see their ancestral lands for 30 years. Abandoned in flimsy tents, the Inuit were left to fend for themselves in the desolate settlements of Resolute Bay and Grise Fiord, where the sea was nearly always frozen and darkness reigned for months on end.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Broken Promises: The High Arctic Relocation. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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