Tunniit: Retracing the Lines of Inuit Tattoos
Tunniit: Retracing the Lines of Inuit Tattoos

Tunniit: Retracing the Lines of Inuit Tattoos

0.0

0 hr 50 min

2011-01-01

0

Inuit traditional face tattoos have been forbidden for a century, and almost forgotten. Director Alethea Arnaquq-Baril, together with long-time friend and activist Aaju Peter, is determined to uncover the mystery and meaning behind this beautiful ancient tradition. Together they embark on an adventure through Arctic communities, speaking with elders and recording the stories of a once popularized female artform. Central to the film is Arnaquq-Baril’s personal debate over whether or not to get tattood herself. With candour and humour, she welcomes us into her world, to experience firsthand the complex emotions that accompany her struggle. Past meets present in this intimate account of one woman’s journey towards self-empowerment and cultural understanding.

Documentary

Trailers

Characters

Similar Movies

One Heart: One Spirit

2017-07-15

Eatnameamet – Our Silent Struggle

2021-03-13

LaDonna Harris: Indian 101

2014-03-29

People of the Seal, Part 1: Eskimo Summer

1971-01-01

Kaali Goes for Seal Hunting

1985-01-01

One of Many

2004-03-15

Ainu Puri

2024-12-14

Cree Hunters of Mistassini

1974-01-01

Signatures of the Soul

1984-10-04

Miss Campbell: Inuk Teacher

2023-10-17

Tawai: A Voice from the Forest

2017-09-29

Highway to the Arctic

2017-02-21

The Good Canadian

2025-09-30

Our Indians

1995-01-16

Augusta

1976-01-01

Eskimo Arts and Crafts

1943-07-09

Coming Home

2023-06-30

Nanook of the North

1922-06-11

The Mountain

2015-10-03

Kímmapiiyipitssini: The Meaning of Empathy

2021-04-29