The Amautalik
This item is only available for Canadian orders.Catalogue Number: TPI001
Producer: Taqqut Productions
Producers: Louise Flaherty and Neil Christopher
Directors: Christopher, Neil
Producing Agencies: Taqqut Productions
Subject: Canadian History, Canadian Social Studies, Children's Stories, First Nations Studies, Indigenous Issues, Indigenous Peoples, Social Studies
Language: English
Grade Level: PreK - 2, 3 - 5, 6 - 8
Country Of Origin: Canada
Copyright Year: 2014
Running Time: 6:31
The animated short film ‘The Amautalik’ is adapted from an Inuit traditional story that has been shared by the Caribou Inuit from the Canadian Arctic for countless generations. A neglected orphan and a kind little girl encounter one of the most dangerous land spirits from Inuit folktales - the Amautalik. This huge creature wanders the tundra, looking for children or lone travellers. When the Amautalik finds the two children far away from the safety of their camp, she is certain of her prize. But she didn’t count on the little orphan’s quick-thinking response.
Based on the book “Stories of the Amautalik: Fantastic beings from Inuit Myths and Legends” by Neil Christopher, Inhabit Books. Stop-motion animation.
Best Children’s and Youth Production, Yorkton Film Festival (2015)
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