Tunniit :Retracing the Lines of Inuit Tattoos

Tunniit :Retracing the Lines of Inuit Tattoos

Inuit social life and customs, Inuit tattooing, and Inuit tattooed women.

TUNNIIT: Retracting the lines of Inuit Tattoos is the incredibly personal, poignant and political documentary from Inuk filmmaker Alethea Arnaquq-Baril (whose film ANGRY INUK recently won the Audience Award at Hot Docs 2016). Inuit traditional face tattoos have been forbidden for a century, and almost forgotten. 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. Past meets present in this intimate account of one womans journey towards self-empowerment and cultural understanding.

Arnaquq-Baril, Alethea

Unikkaat Studios Inc.

2010

DVD

In English and Inuktitut (Inuit) with English subtitles

(D) Documentary

T855 2010 DVD

50 min.