Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade (1989)

The fur trade is Canada's oldest industry, but today some people challenge the morality of killing animals for their fur. This film examines the public relations war raging between the industry and its opponents and takes an objective look at the ethical, environmental and economic issues raised by the debate. The struggle to win over public opinion has been joined by Indigenous peoples in Canada who fear that their way of life will be jeopardized if the fur industry is destroyed. The cycle of the industry is followed from the trapper's bush camp and the fur ranch to the final sale of a coat in the furrier's salon. Throughout the film, the conflicting opinions of fur industry representatives, animal rights activists and Indigenous people challenge the viewer to consider all aspects of this complex debate. —NFB

Director: Nigel Markham
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Eric Lemoyne, Roger Lemoyne, Bruce Reid
Editing: Nigel Markham
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

fur, fur trade

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade about?
The fur trade is Canada's oldest industry, but today some people challenge the morality of killing animals for their fur. This film examines the public relations war raging between the industry and its opponents and takes an objective look at the ethical, environmental and economic issues raised by the debate. The struggle to win over public opinion has been joined by Indigenous peoples in Canada who fear that their way of life will be jeopardized if the fur industry is destroyed. The cycle of the industry is followed from the trapper's bush camp and the fur ranch to the final sale of a coat in the furrier's salon. Throughout the film, the conflicting opinions of fur industry representatives, animal rights activists and Indigenous people challenge the viewer to consider all aspects of this complex debate. —NFB
Who directed Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade?
Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade was directed by Nigel Markham.
Who stars in Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade?
Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade stars Chris Brookes.
How long is Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade?
Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade?
Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade is a Documentary film.
Where was Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade produced?
Pelts: Politics of the Fur Trade was produced in Canada.