The Journals of Knud Rasmussen

Plot Summary

Based on the journal of Knud Rasmussen's "Great Sled Journey" of 1922 across arctic Canada. The film is shot from the perspective of the Inuit, showing their traditional beliefs and lifestyle. It tells the story of the last great Inuit shaman and his beautiful and headstrong daughter; the shaman must decide whether to accept the Christian religion that is converting the Inuit across Greenland.

Top Cast

Pakak Innuksuk Aua

Leah Angutimarik Apak

Neeve Irngaut Orulu

Natar Ungalaaq Nuqallaq

Samueli Ammaq Umik