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A Greenland Story

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A Greenland Story is an Irish independent feature length documentary set along the West coast of Greenland. Exploring the impact of rapid cultural and climate change on Greenlandic communities, intimate stories reveal a country and people at a crossroads between tradition and modernity. Inspired by their unique culture and their connection with the natural world, we felt it was important to tell this story during a time of such drastic change to both their Inuit culture and climate. With no roads connecting its coastal communities, a humble boat and its Irish crew move quietly in the background giving rare access to remote villages up into the Arctic Circle. In near 24-hour daylight, sailing by vast icebergs and sharing midnight encounters with humpback whales, we are invited into homes and communities along the way. These heartfelt interactions reveal a generous and inviting people battling to hold onto a culture that forms their identity. A hunting society turned capitalist, local hunters no longer feed their communities. As the ice disappears around them, what future beckons? Perhaps one that offers an easier type of living, but one that brings its own difficulties. This is a celebration of Greenland’s culture, a lament for a changing way of life and a yearning for a positive future for a culture facing such uncertain times.

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Dale Kearney Film Ireland Magazine 06/25/2024
Amongst the gorgeous icy vistas and mouth-watering shots of whales emerging from the sea – which would make 'Avatar: The Way of Water' jealous – is a story about people who care for their history and environment. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Vincent Monahan

Director

Marieke Lexmond

Director

John Carty

Narrator

Vincent Monahan

Producer

Marieke Lexmond

Producer

Menno Westendorp

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Synopsis A Greenland Story is an Irish independent feature length documentary set along the West coast of Greenland. Exploring the impact of rapid cultural and climate change on Greenlandic communities, intimate stories reveal a country and people at a crossroads between tradition and modernity. Inspired by their unique culture and their connection with the natural world, we felt it was important to tell this story during a time of such drastic change to both their Inuit culture and climate. With no roads connecting its coastal communities, a humble boat and its Irish crew move quietly in the background giving rare access to remote villages up into the Arctic Circle. In near 24-hour daylight, sailing by vast icebergs and sharing midnight encounters with humpback whales, we are invited into homes and communities along the way. These heartfelt interactions reveal a generous and inviting people battling to hold onto a culture that forms their identity. A hunting society turned capitalist, local hunters no longer feed their communities. As the ice disappears around them, what future beckons? Perhaps one that offers an easier type of living, but one that brings its own difficulties. This is a celebration of Greenland’s culture, a lament for a changing way of life and a yearning for a positive future for a culture facing such uncertain times.
Director
Vincent Monahan, Marieke Lexmond
Producer
Vincent Monahan, Marieke Lexmond
Distributor
Indie Rights
Production Co
Duck Upon Rock Productions, Ossicones Productions
Genre
Documentary, Nature
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 21, 2022
Runtime
52m
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