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Cree Hunters of Mistassini
IDFA 1989

Cree Hunters of Mistassini

Boyce Richardson, Tony Lanzelo
Canada
1974
Festival history

This film offered the hunters from the Mistassini area, which is situated in the northern part of Québec, their first chance to see how important it is that authentic life and nature in the area be protected against industrial or other incursions. gives an intimate and detailed image of a very old culture which rests on ecological principles and subtle religious beliefs. Through acquaintance with this seldom observed community, the viewer must realize that its purity is untouchable.

Credits
Director
Production
    Colin Low,
    Len Chatwin,
    National Film Board of Canada
World Sales
    National Film Board of Canada
    National Film Board of Canada