Land of the Long Day

Overview

During the short Arctic summer on Baffin Island, the native Inuit enjoys four months of continuous daylight. But it is no time for relaxation, for provision must be made for the long, cold winter night ahead. In this film Idlouk, an Inuit hunter, tells of his life in this northern land. We watch as he stalks the seal so vital to his existence, and as he and other hunters set out in kayaks to harpoon the white whale and the narwhal. At camp we meet his wife, children and aged parents, each of whom has work to do in the unceasing struggle for survival in this harsh land.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

January 1, 1952

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Production

ONF,NFB

Cast

John Drainie

Director

Douglas Wilkinson

Producer

Michael Spencer

Cinematography

Jean Roy

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt0237396