Movie

The Orphan and the Polar Bear

ᐃᓕᐊᕐᔪᒃ ᓇᓄᕐᓗ

According to Inuit oral history, long ago animals had the power of speech, could shift their appearances, and could even assume human form. In The Orphan and the Polar Bear, a neglected orphan is adopted by a polar bear elder. Under the bear’s guidance, the little orphan learns the skills he will need to survive and provide for himself.

Director

Neil Christopher

Screenplay

Neil Christopher

Status

Released

Release date

01/01/2013

Original language

Inuktitut