Games of Survival: A Culture Preserved in Ice

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Film Year: 2019

Film Duration: 16 min

Country: United States

Language: English

Director

Nicholas Natale

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Synopsis

A documentary film about WEIO, the World Eskimo Indian Olympics. Native Eskimos have competed in these games since 1961, which is a gathering of Eskimo people from all around the circumpolar region. It is the largest annual celebration of Alaskan Native Heritage. Through travelling to native villages and filming WEIO, this film will provide a look into the lives of native Alaskan Eskimos and share their traditions and culture with the audience.