White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques (1960)

On the North Shore of the St. Lawrence, the Otis family hunts for white whales and seals with rusty old rifles in hand-crafted boats. This is the traditional method of the Basque whalers who frequented the coast in the 16th century.

Director: René Bonnière, Pierre Perrault
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 29 min
Release Date:
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques about?
On the North Shore of the St. Lawrence, the Otis family hunts for white whales and seals with rusty old rifles in hand-crafted boats. This is the traditional method of the Basque whalers who frequented the coast in the 16th century.
Who directed White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques?
White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques was directed by René Bonnière, Pierre Perrault.
How long is White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques?
White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques has a runtime of 29m (29 minutes).
What genre is White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques?
White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques is a Documentary film.
Where was White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques produced?
White-Whale Hunters of Anse-Aux-Basques was produced in Canada.