Tuktu and the Trials of Strength (1967)
In this short docu-fiction film, strong and hardy Inuit hunters demonstrate and test their strength in boxing, tug-of-war, and other strenuous activities. We see and hear the drum dance, a demonstration of Inuit poetry and rhythm.
Director: Laurence Hyde
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 14 min
Release Date: January 1, 1967
Cast
- Tommy Tweed - Narrator
Music: Robert Fleming
Editing: Laurence Hyde
Original Language: en
Keywords
inuit, docufiction
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tuktu and the Trials of Strength about?
- In this short docu-fiction film, strong and hardy Inuit hunters demonstrate and test their strength in boxing, tug-of-war, and other strenuous activities. We see and hear the drum dance, a demonstration of Inuit poetry and rhythm.
- Who directed Tuktu and the Trials of Strength?
- Tuktu and the Trials of Strength was directed by Laurence Hyde.
- Who stars in Tuktu and the Trials of Strength?
- Tuktu and the Trials of Strength stars Tommy Tweed.
- How long is Tuktu and the Trials of Strength?
- Tuktu and the Trials of Strength has a runtime of 14m (14 minutes).
- What genre is Tuktu and the Trials of Strength?
- Tuktu and the Trials of Strength is a Documentary film.