The Last Ice (2020)

The Last Ice (2020) poster

For centuries, Inuit in the Arctic have lived on and around the frozen ocean. Now, as climate change is rapidly melting the sea ice between Canada and Greenland, the outside world sees unprecedented opportunity. Oil and gas deposits, faster shipping routes, tourism, and fishing all provide financial incentive to exploit the newly opened waters. But for more than 100,000 Inuit, an entire way of life is at stake. Development here threatens to upset the delicate balance between their communities, land, and wildlife. Divided by aggressive colonization and decades of hardship, Inuit in Canada and Greenland are once again coming together, fighting to protect what will remain of their world. The question is, will the world listen?

Director: Scott Ressler
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 83 min
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Cast

Editing: Brian Newell
Production: National Geographic Documentary Films
Country: United States of America
Language: Inuktitut, Kalaallisut, English
Budget: $500,000
Original Language: en

Keywords

inuit, arctic polar circle region, colonialism, indigenous rights

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Last Ice about?
For centuries, Inuit in the Arctic have lived on and around the frozen ocean. Now, as climate change is rapidly melting the sea ice between Canada and Greenland, the outside world sees unprecedented opportunity. Oil and gas deposits, faster shipping routes, tourism, and fishing all provide financial incentive to exploit the newly opened waters. But for more than 100,000 Inuit, an entire way of life is at stake. Development here threatens to upset the delicate balance between their communities, land, and wildlife. Divided by aggressive colonization and decades of hardship, Inuit in Canada and Greenland are once again coming together, fighting to protect what will remain of their world. The question is, will the world listen?
Who directed The Last Ice?
The Last Ice was directed by Scott Ressler.
Who stars in The Last Ice?
The Last Ice stars John Amagoalik, Maatalii Okalik, Aleqatsiaq Peary.
How long is The Last Ice?
The Last Ice has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
What genre is The Last Ice?
The Last Ice is a Documentary film.
What is the budget of The Last Ice?
The Last Ice had a budget of $500,000.
Where was The Last Ice produced?
The Last Ice was produced in United States of America.