Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths (2010)
This feature documentary offers an overview of the changes experienced by the Inuit from 1950-1970 with their loss of sled dogs and semi-nomadic lifestyle. A controversial issue at the time, many Inuit still believe that their dogs were deliberately killed by the RCMP as part of government policy to force them off the land and into "civilization." Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths explores how and why the sled dogs disappeared, a mystery that has left deep wounds across Canada's Arctic.
Director: Joelie Sanguya, Ole Gjerstad
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 68 min
Release Date: January 1, 2010
Screenplay
Cinematography: David Poisey
Production: ONF | NFB, Piksuk Media
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths about?
- This feature documentary offers an overview of the changes experienced by the Inuit from 1950-1970 with their loss of sled dogs and semi-nomadic lifestyle. A controversial issue at the time, many Inuit still believe that their dogs were deliberately killed by the RCMP as part of government policy to force them off the land and into "civilization." Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths explores how and why the sled dogs disappeared, a mystery that has left deep wounds across Canada's Arctic.
- Who directed Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths?
- Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths was directed by Joelie Sanguya, Ole Gjerstad.
- How long is Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths?
- Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths has a runtime of 1h 8m (68 minutes).
- What genre is Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths?
- Qimmit: A Clash of Two Truths is a Documentary film.