Nanook of the North

Documentary Film

1922

Directed by Robert J Flaherty

Do not underestimate a good documentary produced in 1922. Nanook of the North is one of those rare and timeless flicks that not only records lost histroy but is a part of history. My son Thatcher was as amazed as I was at the truly remarkable life of this Inuit family. These people were and likely still are, a remarkable people. Nanook, the head of the family, is a brave, strong, smart and caring individual who provides for his family day in and day out under unbelieveable circumstances. He should be named Nanoook, Superman of the North.

Nanook hunts walrus, spears fish through a hole in the ice with a "homemade" harpoon made of bone and ivory, builds an igloo daily, and still manages a humble smile and playtime with his tiny son.

Take some time out of your schedule and watch this piece of North American history. Watch it with your kids.

I ordered this from the Hennepin County Library at www.hclib.org