
In 1896, three whalers are stranded in the Arctic North Canada and seek refuge with an Eskimo tribe. Gradually, they gain control with the Eskimo village and introduce gambling, booze, theft, and their special variation of sex. In the beginning, the Eskimos accept it, but slowly the cultural tension starts growing.... (Full plot summary below)
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In 1896, three whalers are stranded in the Arctic North Canada and seek refuge with an Eskimo tribe. Gradually, they gain control with the Eskimo village and introduce gambling, booze, theft, and their special variation of sex. In the beginning, the Eskimos accept it, but slowly the cultural tension starts growing.
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| Spirituality and PracticeFrederic and Mary Ann BrussatOne of those unforgettable film experiences where everything cinematography, music, acting coheres in a unified and rewarding work of art |
| User ReviewGreg HHollywood seldomly makes movies like this today.Yes many of us tend to go for the "NOW" but really many of you do not know the wonderful brilliant movies such as this one that your missing. I say go watch this and the making of it!. |
| User ReviewClaire Fgreat movie. cant believe i hadn't heard of this. great scenery! |
| User ReviewBrian PThis film brought an Eskimo legend to life with the native peoples of the northwest. It's an amazing story and very enlightening look into Eskimo culture - erotic at times. The acting is also very believable. |
| User Reviewmakittu scan never get over this movie.....just makes me feel closer to my iqnik |
| User ReviewR.John XPretty authentic filmmaking. A little brutal at times. |
| User ReviewRobert UI don't remember watching it and I don't remember rating it. What is going on here? |
| User ReviewMichael WPretty good one based on James Houston's book. I find this to be a little bland and not too exciting but other than that, it's still a good one. |
| User ReviewTTT C(***): Thumbs Up An interesting film that you don't hear too much about when people discuss the works of Philip Kaufman. I'm glad I was able to see it. Great cinematography. |
| User ReviewCha tThis is a great adventure story about three men trapped living with eskimos and how their 'civilized' values interfere with the harmony of the 'eskimo way'. A great cultural piece. |