Cree Hunters of Mistassini

1974 | 58 minutes | 7.0 ★ (1)

Cree Hunters of Mistassini
  • Overview

    An NFB crew filmed a group of three families, Cree hunters from Mistassini. Since times predating agriculture, this First Nations people have gone to the bush of the James Bay and Ungava Bay area to hunt. We see the building of the winter camp, the hunting and the rhythms of Cree family life.

  • Release Date

    01 January 1974

  • DirectingTony Ianzelo
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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