Okimah (1998)
This documentary focuses on the goose hunt, a ritual of central importance to the Cree people of the James Bay coastal areas. Not only a source of food, the hunt is also used to transfer Cree culture, skills, and ethics to future generations. Filmmaker Paul M. Rickard invites us along with his own family on a fall goose hunt, so that we can share in the experience.
Director: Paul M. Rickard
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: September 25, 1998
Music: Janet Lumb, Dino Giancola
Cinematography: Nigel Markham
Editing: Denise Beaudoin
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: Cree, English
Original Language: en
Keywords
quebec, first nations, indigenous peoples, fur trade, trading, cree
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Okimah about?
- This documentary focuses on the goose hunt, a ritual of central importance to the Cree people of the James Bay coastal areas. Not only a source of food, the hunt is also used to transfer Cree culture, skills, and ethics to future generations. Filmmaker Paul M. Rickard invites us along with his own family on a fall goose hunt, so that we can share in the experience.
- Who directed Okimah?
- Okimah was directed by Paul M. Rickard.
- How long is Okimah?
- Okimah has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is Okimah?
- Okimah is a Documentary film.
- Where was Okimah produced?
- Okimah was produced in Canada.