Maïna
Maïna is a Canadian drama film, released in 2013.[1] Directed by Michel Poulette, adaptation of Dominique Demers's novel, the film stars Roseanne Supernault.
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| Directed by | Michel Poulette |
| Written by | Pierre Billon |
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| Music by | Michel Cusson Kim Gaboury |
| Cinematography | Allen Smith |
| Edited by | Denis Papillon |
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Running time | 100 minutes |
| Country | Canada |
| Language | Inuktitut Innu English French |
Plot
Maïna, Innu chief Mishtenapuu's daughter, embarks on a quest into Inuit territory to rescue Nipki, a young boy from her community captured by the Inuit following a battle.[2]
Cast
The film's cast includes Graham Greene as Maïna's father as well as Tantoo Cardinal, Eric Schweig and Natar Ungalaaq.
- Roseanne Supernault as Maïna
- Ipellie Ootoova as Natak
- Uapeshkuss Thernish as Nipki
- Graham Greene as Mishtenapeu
- Tantoo Cardinal as Tekahera
- Eric Schweig as Quujuuq
- Natar Ungalaaq as Tadio
- Flint Eagle as Saito
Accolades
The film was named Best Picture at the 2013 American Indian Film Festival, and Supernault was named Best Actress.[2] The film also garnered six Canadian Screen Award nominations at the 2nd Canadian Screen Awards, including Best Picture, Best Art Direction/Production Design, Best Cinematography, Best Costume Design, Best Original Score and Best Make-Up.
References
- "Maina! - a story about the meeting of the Innu and Inuit". CBC Newfoundland and Labrador, November 4, 2013.
- " Best Actress Roseanne Supernault on 'Maina,' Culture and Frozen Buns". Indian Country Today Media Network, November 18, 2013.