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Qallunajatut (Urban Inuk) follows the lives of three Inuit individuals living in Montreal during a hot summer. The film captures their experiences and the stark contrast between their current urban life and their ancestral nomadic lifestyle. Just two generations ago, Inuit lived in small, nomadic hunting camps across the Arctic, but since the 1950s, they have been relocated to government-run settlements and have increasingly moved to southern cities.
The documentary presents a personal view of how these changes have affected Inuit identity and culture. It emphasizes the rapid transition from a Stone Age existence to life in the Information Age, highlighting the complexities of adapting to a new environment while maintaining cultural ties.
Why Watch
- •Meet three Inuit living in Montreal today.
- •Find out how Inuit culture adapts to urban life.
- •See the impact of relocation on Inuit identity.
Did You Know
•Inuit lived in nomadic hunting camps just two generations ago.
•The transition to government-run settlements began in the 1950s.
•The film focuses on three Inuit individuals in Montreal during one summer.
Perfect For
Inuit cultureUrban anthropologyMontreal residents