The Dimming

2011 | 6 minutes | 0.0 ★ (0)

The Dimming
  • Overview

    The Sun and the Moon are born, as a woman searches to reveal the identity of her mystery lover in this strikingly animated Inuit creation tale.

  • Release Date

    01 January 2011

  • DirectingIppiksaut Friesen
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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