Newtok (2021)
As the effects of climate change become ever more apparent throughout the world, the Yup’ik people and their lands on the western outskirts of Alaska face a much more imminent threat. In the town of Newtok, years of rising temperatures have eroded the frozen foundation of the area. With their homes and way of life hanging in the balance, the town’s residents weigh the prospect of relocating the community or abandoning their traditional lands forever.
Director: Andrew Burton, Michael Kirby Smith
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 93 min
Release Date: November 12, 2021
Music: William Ryan Fritch
Cinematography: Michael Kirby Smith, Andrew Burton
Editing: Davis Coombe
Production: Patagonia
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Newtok about?
- As the effects of climate change become ever more apparent throughout the world, the Yup’ik people and their lands on the western outskirts of Alaska face a much more imminent threat. In the town of Newtok, years of rising temperatures have eroded the frozen foundation of the area. With their homes and way of life hanging in the balance, the town’s residents weigh the prospect of relocating the community or abandoning their traditional lands forever.
- Who directed Newtok?
- Newtok was directed by Andrew Burton, Michael Kirby Smith.
- How long is Newtok?
- Newtok has a runtime of 1h 33m (93 minutes).
- What genre is Newtok?
- Newtok is a Documentary film.
- Where was Newtok produced?
- Newtok was produced in United States of America.