Uksuum Cauyai: The Drums of Winter (1989)

This film gives an intimate look at a way of life of which most of us have seen only glimpses. Dance was once at the heart of Yupik Eskimo spiritual and social life. It was the bridge between the ancient and the new, the living and the dead and a person's own power and the greater powers of the unseen world.

Director: Sarah Elder, Leonard Kamerling
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
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Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

alaska, eskimo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uksuum Cauyai: The Drums of Winter about?
This film gives an intimate look at a way of life of which most of us have seen only glimpses. Dance was once at the heart of Yupik Eskimo spiritual and social life. It was the bridge between the ancient and the new, the living and the dead and a person's own power and the greater powers of the unseen world.
Who directed Uksuum Cauyai: The Drums of Winter?
Uksuum Cauyai: The Drums of Winter was directed by Sarah Elder, Leonard Kamerling.
How long is Uksuum Cauyai: The Drums of Winter?
Uksuum Cauyai: The Drums of Winter has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is Uksuum Cauyai: The Drums of Winter?
Uksuum Cauyai: The Drums of Winter is a Documentary film.