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Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner

2001 · Movie · R · 172 min · ★ 6.9 · 91% critics

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In a remote Arctic community, rivalries over love, family loyalty, and status ignite jealousy and a struggle for power. As tensions rise, everyday survival and tradition collide with betrayal and revenge, revealing both the harshness of the environment and the fragile bonds that hold the group together.

Also known as The Fast Runner

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Details
Original title
ᐊᑕᓈᕐᔪᐊᑦ
Years
2001
Release date
2002-02-01
Language
IU
Rated
R
Runtime
172 min
Critic score
91/100
TMDB rating
6.9/10 (78 votes)
Box office
$5,204,281
About

You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a distinctive, legend-based drama with intense rivalry, moral themes, and a deep sense of place; Not for you if you dislike slow, lengthy stories or need straightforward plotting like Bloody Sunday.

Pros: unique cultural window; gripping mythic drama; striking Arctic scenery | Cons: slow pace; confusing early stretch; long runtime

Themes

  • jealousy
  • sibling relationship
  • inuit
  • native american
  • arctic polar circle region
  • evil spirit
  • revenge
  • dog sled
  • igloo
  • based on myths, legends or folklore

Awards & recognition

  • Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television Award — Best Motion Picture · 2002
  • Toronto International Film Festival Award — Best Canadian Film · 2001
  • International Submission to the Academy Awards · 2002 · nominated

Cast & crew

Directed by Zacharias Kunuk