Amisk (1977)
A performing arts film by Alanis Obomsawin, it documents efforts to raise funds for the James Bay Cree and was made at a time when Cree territory was threatened by hydro-electric projects. Amisk represents early work by Obomsawin, a trailblazer in Canadian Aboriginal film.
Director: Alanis Obomsawin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 40 min
Release Date: January 1, 1977
Cast
Cinematography: Buckley Petawabano, Bob Charlie
Editing: Daniel Wapachee, Buckley Petawabano
Country: Canada
Language: Cree, English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Amisk about?
- A performing arts film by Alanis Obomsawin, it documents efforts to raise funds for the James Bay Cree and was made at a time when Cree territory was threatened by hydro-electric projects. Amisk represents early work by Obomsawin, a trailblazer in Canadian Aboriginal film.
- Who directed Amisk?
- Amisk was directed by Alanis Obomsawin.
- Who stars in Amisk?
- Amisk stars Alanis Obomsawin, Duke Redbird, Gordon Tootoosis, Tom Jackson, Willie Dunn.
- How long is Amisk?
- Amisk has a runtime of 40m (40 minutes).
- What genre is Amisk?
- Amisk is a Documentary film.
- Where was Amisk produced?
- Amisk was produced in Canada.