Three hunting trips across the Arctic reveal the challenges faced by two Inuit communities linked by a migration from Baffin Island to Greenland.
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Three hunting trips across the Arctic reveal the challenges faced by two Inuit communities linked by a migration from Baffin Island to Greenland.
Synopsis
Navarana K'avigak' Sørensen, a polyglot Inughuit linguist, narrates the story of two remote communities linked by a migration from Baffin Island to Greenland. "Vanishing Point" follows her on three hunting trips across the Arctic, revealing the contrast between traditional life on the tundra and modern community challenges. The film addresses the decline of Arctic sea ice and its effects on families who rely on dog teams for travel. Directed by Stephen A. Smith and Julia Szucs, it premiered at the Calgary International Film Festival in 2012.
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Why Watch
- Meet Navarana K'avigak' Sørensen, a unique Inughuit linguist.
- See traditional hunting practices in the Arctic.
- Find out about the impact of sea ice decline on communities.
Did You Know
- Navarana K'avigak' Sørensen is the great-great-great-niece of a Baffin Island shaman.
- The film took four years to produce.
- It premiered at the Calgary International Film Festival.
- Vanishing Point was nominated for best feature documentary at the 2nd Canadian Screen Awards.
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Who directed the documentary Vanishing Point?
Vanishing Point was directed by Alberta filmmakers and environmental scientists Stephen A. Smith and Julia Szucs.
What language is Vanishing Point narrated in?
Vanishing Point is narrated in Inuktitut by Navarana K'avigak' Sørensen.
How long did it take to produce Vanishing Point?
Production of Vanishing Point took four years.
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