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Place of the Boss: Utshimassits

Place of the Boss: Utshimassits

1996•48m
Documentary

In the '60s, the Mushuau Innu had to abandon their 6,000-year nomadic culture and settle in Davis Inlet. Their relocation resulted in cultural collapse and widespread despair.

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Production

Triad Film Productions Limited, ONF | NFB

Language

EN

Status

Released

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Cast

Shirley Cheechoo

Narrator

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