Silakut (2019)
In a feature documentary, Silakut, filmmaker Zacharias Kunuk talks to people from the five Northern Baffin Communities affected by the proposed expansion of the Mary River Mine. These conversations clearly show the predicament these communities are in – being torn between wanting to support the opportunities the expanded mine brings – but also wanting to protect their environment and culture. This film was edited from the footage shot and broadcast live in May and August, 2019.
Director: Zacharias Kunuk
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 110 min
Release Date: January 1, 2019
Language: Inuktitut
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Silakut about?
- In a feature documentary, Silakut, filmmaker Zacharias Kunuk talks to people from the five Northern Baffin Communities affected by the proposed expansion of the Mary River Mine. These conversations clearly show the predicament these communities are in – being torn between wanting to support the opportunities the expanded mine brings – but also wanting to protect their environment and culture. This film was edited from the footage shot and broadcast live in May and August, 2019.
- Who directed Silakut?
- Silakut was directed by Zacharias Kunuk.
- How long is Silakut?
- Silakut has a runtime of 1h 50m (110 minutes).
- What genre is Silakut?
- Silakut is a Documentary film.