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The Journals of Knud Rasmussen

20061h 52mZacharias Kunuk,Norman Cohn
IMDb 6.4 · Rotten Tomatoes 80%

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Based on the journal of Knud Rasmussen's "Great Sled Journey" of 1922 across arctic Canada. The film is shot from the perspective of the Inuit, showing their traditional beliefs and lifestyle. It tells the story of the last great Inuit shaman and his beautiful and headstrong daughter; the shaman must decide whether to accept the Christian religion that is converting the Inuit across Greenland.

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What is The Journals of Knud Rasmussen (2006) about?

Based on the journal of Knud Rasmussen's "Great Sled Journey" of 1922 across arctic Canada. The film is shot from the perspective of the Inuit, showing their traditional beliefs and lifestyle. It tells the story of the last great Inuit shaman and his beautiful and headstrong daughter; the shaman must decide whether to accept the Christian religion that is converting the Inuit across Greenland.

Who stars in The Journals of Knud Rasmussen?

The Journals of Knud Rasmussen stars Pakak Innuksuk (Aua), Leah Angutimarik (Apak), Neeve Irngaut (Orulu), Natar Ungalaaq (Nuqallaq), Samueli Ammaq (Umik). The film was directed by Zacharias Kunuk.

How long is The Journals of Knud Rasmussen?

The Journals of Knud Rasmussen has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2006.

Is The Journals of Knud Rasmussen worth watching?

The Journals of Knud Rasmussen holds an IMDb rating of 6.4/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 80. Fans of History, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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