People of the Potlatch (1944)
The Indigenous peoples of northern British Columbia still hunt and fish, using a combination of traditional ways and modern equipment and techniques where appropriate. Lumbering and trapping bring them money and goods. Their traditional arts and crafts, however, remain essentially unchanged. This archival film reflects the social and cultural values and beliefs prevalent at the time of production.
Director: Laura Boulton
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 21 min
Release Date: January 1, 1944
Cinematography: LeRoy Robbins
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
indigenous, first nations, haida
More Films by Director: Laura Boulton
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is People of the Potlatch about?
- The Indigenous peoples of northern British Columbia still hunt and fish, using a combination of traditional ways and modern equipment and techniques where appropriate. Lumbering and trapping bring them money and goods. Their traditional arts and crafts, however, remain essentially unchanged. This archival film reflects the social and cultural values and beliefs prevalent at the time of production.
- Who directed People of the Potlatch?
- People of the Potlatch was directed by Laura Boulton.
- How long is People of the Potlatch?
- People of the Potlatch has a runtime of 21m (21 minutes).
- What genre is People of the Potlatch?
- People of the Potlatch is a Documentary film.
- Where was People of the Potlatch produced?
- People of the Potlatch was produced in Canada.