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Games of the North

NR201126mJonathon Stanton
IMDb 8.8

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For thousands of years, traditional Inuit sports have been vital for survival within the unforgiving Arctic. Acrobatic and explosive, these ancestral games evolved to strengthen mind, body and spirit within the community. Following four modern Inuit athletes reveals their unique relationship to the games as they compete across the North. As unprecedented change sweeps across their traditional lands, their stories illuminate the importance of the games today.

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What is Games of the North (2011) about?

For thousands of years, traditional Inuit sports have been vital for survival within the unforgiving Arctic. Acrobatic and explosive, these ancestral games evolved to strengthen mind, body and spirit within the community. Following four modern Inuit athletes reveals their unique relationship to the games as they compete across the North. As unprecedented change sweeps across their traditional…

Who stars in Games of the North?

Games of the North stars Joy Harjo (Narrator), Meika McDonald (Himself), Elizabeth Rexford (Herself), Jesse Frankson (Himself), David Thomas (Himself). The film was directed by Jonathon Stanton.

How long is Games of the North?

Games of the North has a runtime of 26 min and premiered in 2011. It is rated NR.

Is Games of the North worth watching?

Games of the North holds an IMDb rating of 8.8/10.

Where can I watch Games of the North?

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