Kamik
Originally released in 1989. Kamik is a documentary film. directed by Elise Swerhone. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A portrait of Ulayok Kaviok, one of the last of a generation of Inuit, born and bred on the land. Ulayok and her family, like many Inuit today, strive to balance 2 very different worlds. Her skills in making the sealskin boots called kamik may soon be lost in the cultural transformation overtaking her community. Kamik offers a glimpse of those universes and the thread one woman weaves between them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
0h 14m
14 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kamik about?
A portrait of Ulayok Kaviok, one of the last of a generation of Inuit, born and bred on the land. Ulayok and her family, like many Inuit today, strive to balance 2 very different worlds. Her skills...
Who directed Kamik?
Kamik was directed by Elise Swerhone.
How long is Kamik?
Kamik has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was Kamik released?
Kamik was released on December 31, 1989 in theaters.