The Bear Inside a Whale
Released just last year. The Bear Inside a Whale is a documentary film. directed by Kenneth J. Harvey. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Stan Hill Jr., Marilyn John, and Susan Quann
Synopsis
Stan Hill Jr. is a Haudenosaunee artist living in Miawpukek First Nation Reserve, Conne River, Newfoundland. In “The Bear Inside a Whale,” he and his family discuss racism, identity, religion, creation and art, along with the cultural extinction of the Beothuk of Newfoundland. Throughout the film, we follow Stan carving a bear out of a whale vertebra. And we visit The Rooms (museum) in St. John’s, Newfoundland, where Stan talks about viewing and reclaiming Indigenous artefacts.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 17, 2025
7 months ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Island Horse Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bear Inside a Whale about?
Stan Hill Jr. is a Haudenosaunee artist living in Miawpukek First Nation Reserve, Conne River, Newfoundland. In “The Bear Inside a Whale,” he and his family discuss racism, identity, religion, ...
Who directed The Bear Inside a Whale?
The Bear Inside a Whale was directed by Kenneth J. Harvey.
How long is The Bear Inside a Whale?
The Bear Inside a Whale has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was The Bear Inside a Whale released?
The Bear Inside a Whale was released on June 17, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bear Inside a Whale?
The main cast of The Bear Inside a Whale includes Stan Hill Jr., Marilyn John, Susan Quann, Trey Hill.