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200045 minPGdocumentary

Nuohttun

200045 minPGdocumentary

A 45-minute educational film demonstrates how to fish with a seine net while teaching Sámi language terms for fishing tools and tasks.

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A 45-minute educational film demonstrates how to fish with a seine net while teaching Sámi language terms for fishing tools and tasks.

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Siljá Sombydirector

Johan K. Hættacast

Ole Mathis Hættacast

Klemet I. Hættacast

Marianne Hættacast

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On a fishing expedition, Sámi fishermen demonstrate the use of a seine, a long fish net, in their traditional practices. "Nuohttun" provides an educational look at this fishing technique, detailing the steps involved in its application. The film also introduces Sámi language terms for various tools and tasks associated with fishing. Through these elements, it offers insight into the cultural significance of fishing within the Sámi community. Released in 2000, the documentary runs for 45 minutes.

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