Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole (2003)
This feature-length documentary traces the journey of the Haisla people to reclaim the G'psgolox totem pole that went missing from their British Columbia village in 1929. The fate of the 19th century traditional mortuary pole remained unknown for over 60 years until it was discovered in a Stockholm museum where it is considered state property by the Swedish government. Director Gil Cardinal combines interviews, striking imagery and rare footage of master carvers to raise questions about ownership and the meaning of Aboriginal objects held in museums.
Director: Gil Cardinal
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 70 min
Release Date: September 12, 2003
Music: Clode Hamelin
Cinematography: Daron Donahue
Editing: Marke Slipp
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Gil Cardinal
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole about?
- This feature-length documentary traces the journey of the Haisla people to reclaim the G'psgolox totem pole that went missing from their British Columbia village in 1929. The fate of the 19th century traditional mortuary pole remained unknown for over 60 years until it was discovered in a Stockholm museum where it is considered state property by the Swedish government. Director Gil Cardinal combines interviews, striking imagery and rare footage of master carvers to raise questions about ownership and the meaning of Aboriginal objects held in museums.
- Who directed Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole?
- Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole was directed by Gil Cardinal.
- How long is Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole?
- Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
- What genre is Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole?
- Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole is a Documentary film.
- Where was Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole produced?
- Totem: The Return of the G'psgolox Pole was produced in Canada.