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201670 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Culinary Heritage

Arctic Superstar

201670 minPGdocumentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Fewer than 20,000 people speak the Sámi language, which an indigenous rapper from Norway seeks to preserve through his music career.

“100 words for snow - no words for yo”

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Fewer than 20,000 people speak the Sámi language, which an indigenous rapper from Norway seeks to preserve through his music career.

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Simen Braathendirector

Carsten Aanonsencast

Sarah Winge-Sørensencast

Alexander Olai Korsnescast

Christian Berg-Nielsencast

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SlinCraze, a Samí rapper from Norway, performs against the stark backdrop of the Arctic. He works to sustain his music career while advocating for the preservation of the Sámi language, spoken by fewer than 20,000 people. The film captures his efforts to connect with audiences despite linguistic barriers. It also addresses the challenges faced by the Samí community in maintaining their cultural heritage. Directed by Simen Braathen, "Arctic Superstar" runs for 70 minutes and was released in 2016.

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