Only about 9,000 Algonquin people remain today, scattered across roughly 10 communities in Ontario, facing significant social and economic challenges.
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Only about 9,000 Algonquin people remain today, scattered across roughly 10 communities in Ontario, facing significant social and economic challenges.
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The Algonquin First Nations of Ontario face significant cultural and social challenges. Directed by Richard Desjardins and Robert Monderie, The Invisible Nation details their struggles since European contact in the 16th century. The film presents the story of about 9,000 Algonquin, scattered across roughly 10 communities. Many live in poverty while their traditions and resources are threatened. It premiered at the 2007 Abitibi-Témiscamingue International Film Festival and won the Jutra Award for Best Documentary in 2008.
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- See the cultural issues facing the Algonquin First Nations.
- Meet director Richard Desjardins and his vision.
- Find out about the Jutra Award-winning documentary.
Did You Know
- The Invisible Nation premiered at the 2007 Abitibi-Témiscamingue International Film Festival.
- The film won the Jutra Award for Best Documentary Film in 2008.
- It was directed by Richard Desjardins and Robert Monderie.
- The film has a duration of 93 minutes.
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Who directed The Invisible Nation?
The Invisible Nation was directed by Richard Desjardins and Robert Monderie.
What award did The Invisible Nation win?
It won the Jutra Award for Best Documentary Film at the 10th Jutra Awards in 2008.
What is the runtime of The Invisible Nation?
The runtime of The Invisible Nation is 93 minutes.
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