Memories of Earth
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Set against the unforgettable beauty of Haida Gwaii (formerly known as the Queen Charlotte Islands), Memories of Earth takes viewers on a journey guided by traces of the past. The film records the meeting of two artistic worlds: that of the Haida, an indigenous people whose cultural life and mythology bespeak their belief in a tangible link between the real and the imaginary, and that of Frédéric Back, a master of animated film and committed humanist, whose works is an appeal to respect all things created. Through the magic of animation, the documentary casts fresh light on the legends and spirituality of the Haida.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2002-12-27
Runtime: 90 mins
Director: Jean Lemire
Spoken language: Français
Genres: Documentary
Original title: Memories of Earth
Production Companies: Max Films
Production Countries: Canada
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