Amisk (1977)

A performing arts film by Alanis Obomsawin, it documents efforts to raise funds for the James Bay Cree and was made at a time when Cree territory was threatened by hydro-electric projects. Amisk represents early work by Obomsawin, a trailblazer in Canadian Aboriginal film.

Released: Jan 01, 1977

Runtime: 40 minutes

Genre: Documentary

Stars: Alanis Obomsawin, Duke Redbird, Gordon Tootoosis, Tom Jackson, Willie Dunn

Crew: Alanis Obomsawin (Director), Bob Charlie (Cinematography), Buckley Petawabano (Cinematography), Albert Canadian (Sound), Wolf Koenig (Executive Producer), Jeanette Lerman (Editor)