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An Inuit hunter being treated for tuberculosis in a Quebec sanatorium finds his weakening will to live suddenly reinvigorated after his nurse arranges for another young Inuit to be transferred to the ... read more read more...same hospital. It's the early years of the 1950s, and when Inuit hunter Tivii is diagnosed with tuberculosis, his only hope for survival is to travel to Quebec for treatment. His body weakened and his loved ones somewhere far away, Tivii becomes dejected by his inability to communicate with the doctors and nurses and makes the decision to welcome death. Fortunately for Tivii, his attentive nurse Carol has recognized her patient's desolation, and arranged for a young Inuit named Kaki to be transferred to the same sanatorium. Kaki is very familiar with white society, and over time he manages to help Tivii grow more comfortable with his surroundings. In exchange for Kaki's kindness, Tivii educates his newfound friend about the ways of the land and the Inuit people. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Directed by: Benoît Pilon

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DVD Release Date: June 16, 2009

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Dan Kois
June 30, 2010
Dan Kois, Washington Post

A well-acted but dreary drama of clashing cultures. Full Review

Dominic Corry
April 15, 2010
Dominic Corry, Flicks.co.nz

This gorgeous and affecting drama makes a strong case for the simple restorative power of communication.

Nora Lee Mandel
December 2, 2009
Nora Lee Mandel, Film-Forward.com

Combines poignancy with realism for a touching yet not overly sentimental exploration of an Inuit man and boy's deep need for family and tradition in a Quebec TB ward. Full Review

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