Synopsis
Manawan, 1977. A vehicle falls into a river near a Native community. Two Quebecers managed to escape, but five Atikamekws lost their lives. While the police conclude that it was an accident, the victims’ families are left with unanswered questions. A historical, poetic and choral tale, Soleils Atikamekw is inspired by the dreams, impressions and memories of the relatives of the five victims. In an intimate, humanistic approach, the filmmaker involves the families both in front of and behind the camera. Documentary and fiction come together in a deeply moving film about grief, injustice and memory.
Ratings
TMDB7/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Chloé LericheDirector
- Chloé LericheWriter
- Mélanie BélairOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Wikwasa NewashishMartha
- Mirociw ChiltonAngèle
- Jacques NewashishMarcel
- Oshim OttawaPhilippe
- Carl-David OttawaSauterre
- Olivier AubinPolicier
- Martin DubreuilCoroner
- Lise-Yolande AwashishLucie
Stills
Themes
indigenousquebecatikamekw