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1950s, Far North: the spread of tuberculosis forced many Inuit to go to various Canadian cities for treatment. Tivii (Natar Ungalaaq, Atanarjuat: the Fast Runner) is taken to a sanatorium in Quebec City. Uprooted, far from his loved ones and faced with a completely alien world, he finds himself unable to communicate with anyone. When his nurse, Carole (
The story spoke to the true spirit of humanity. Compassion and caring! It was an interesting study of the differences in two cultures and yet finding common ground. The pure innocence of the lead actor was so touching. Excellent!
St. Louis Member
Right now my heart is so full that I feel like Tivi--unable to put my thoughts into words. He was a stranger in a strange land; his dearness, his gentleness and his goodness, his intelligence and ultimately his tenacity translate into any language.
St. Louis Member
Acting was superb. Pace, though slow by most standards, was important to convey the circumstances of years away and the pace of life of the Inuit. The forced separation from family was an unconsolable hardship.
St. Louis Member
MIL
99% - Apr 11, 2010
Very moving period piece about a man unable to communicate with those doing what is 'for his own good.'
Milwaukee Member
Poignant relationships, brought me to a place and with people I was not familiar with. Reaffirmed that we are all one family and language is not a barrier if we listen.
Milwaukee Member
The acting was flawless – my favorite film of the season!
Milwaukee Member
BOCA
94% - Mar 14, 2010
Powerful, human story. Very emotional. Universal themes of loneliness, hunger for connection.
Boca Raton Member
Great choice. All human beings need to relate to people and feel love and hope an all people can relate to others even if they do not have a common language.
