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In keeping with Inuit oral culture, Of Ravens and Children explores issues of family, community, self, environment and culture.

Of Ravens and Children (2015)

Marie-Hèléne Cousineau
Of Ravens and Children (still)
2015
Digital video, colour, sound
31 minutes
Image courtesy of Vtape

Overview

In keeping with Inuit oral culture, the documentary Of Ravens and Children explores issues of family, community, self, environment and culture. Children and teens of Igloolik participate in a summer camp where they talk openly about global issues. Elders speak about the importance of storytelling in their culture, bearing witness to the challenges and victories of passing this important tradition to the Igloolik youth of today.

Screening and Booking Information

Of Ravens and Children (2015)
Director: Marie-Hèléne Cousineau
Canada
Documentary | 31 minutes
English and Inuktitut with English and Arabic subtitles

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Sharjah Biennial 16

Of Ravens and Children (2015)

Of Ravens and Children (2015)

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