Martha of the North (2009)
In the mid-1950s, lured by false promises of a better life, Inuit families were displaced by the Canadian government and left to their own devices in the Far North. In this icy desert realm, Martha Flaherty and her family lived through one of Canadian history’s most sombre and little-known episodes.
Director: Marquise Lepage
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 83 min
Release Date: January 23, 2009
Screenplay
Music: Élisapie
Cinematography: René Sioui Labelle
Editing: Dominique Champagne, Nancy Gendron
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
canada, inuit, displacement, displaced persons
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Martha of the North about?
- In the mid-1950s, lured by false promises of a better life, Inuit families were displaced by the Canadian government and left to their own devices in the Far North. In this icy desert realm, Martha Flaherty and her family lived through one of Canadian history’s most sombre and little-known episodes.
- Who directed Martha of the North?
- Martha of the North was directed by Marquise Lepage.
- How long is Martha of the North?
- Martha of the North has a runtime of 1h 23m (83 minutes).
- What genre is Martha of the North?
- Martha of the North is a Documentary film.
- Where was Martha of the North produced?
- Martha of the North was produced in Canada.