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Amisk

1977Movie40 min

Documentary
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8
76
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8

Summary

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.

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  • Family movie night
  • Kids
  • Teens

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Directed by
Alanis Obomsawin
Produced by
Wolf Koenig, Dorothy Courtois
Music by
Bill Graziadei, Albert Canadian

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Facts

January 1, 1977 · 40 min · Documentary

Released
January 1, 1977
Runtime
40 min
Genres
Documentary
Original language
English
Also spoken
Cree
Made in
Canada
Available in
2 countries

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Where can I stream Amisk?

MUBI

In the United States, Amisk streams on MUBI. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Amisk worth watching?

76
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76 (IMDb 6.8).

Is Amisk okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is Amisk plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (6 of 10) and pathos (6 of 10) more than on its plot.