Neil Christopher

ᐊᒪᖅᑯᑦ ᓄᓈᑦ

Neil Christopher

Beatrice Deer

It begins as an average hunting trip for two young men, but when they find themselves lost, the only safe haven to be found for miles—a mysterious village filled with the sounds of drum dancing and revelry—turns out to be even more dangerous than the frigid ocean.

ᐃᓕᐊᕐᔪᒃ ᓇᓄᕐᓗ

Neil Christopher

Johnny Issaluk

According to Inuit oral history, long ago animals had the power of speech, could shift their appearances, and could even assume human form. In The Orphan and the Polar Bear, a neglected orphan is adopted by a polar bear elder. Under the bear’s guidance, the little orphan learns the skills he will need to survive and provide for himself.

ᓇᓄᕐᓗᒃ

Neil Christopher, Daniel Gies

Centered on a confrontation between the last monster bear and an Inuit hunter, Giant Bear is a chilling short that brings an ancient story out of the North.

The Amautalik

Neil Christopher

Aasivak Paul Baril, Gabrielle Aleeasuk Pelky

Two young friends are spending a day away from their camp. Unfortunately for them, an ancient land spirit -- an amautalik -- is also in the area. Luckily for them both, one of the children's difficult life has taught him to think quickly.

Ogress of the Gravelbank

Neil Christopher

Inuit oral history is filled with strange beings and supernatural creatures. One of these feared land spirits is the Ogress of the Gravelbank. This cruel being was known to lure children into her lair and trap them there. All that perish in that cave remain there as spirits and animated corpses. This short vignette introduces viewers to this malevolent spirit who is unknown to all but the people of the far north.

Little Folk of the Arctic

Neil Christopher

In the folklore of most cultures around the world there are stories of magical little folk. And the Arctic is no exception. Inuit traditional knowledge is filled with references to many different races and tribes of little folk. These beings always try to avoid human encounters, but over the years Inuit hunters and shaman have gathered stories and experiences to help us understand these small inhabitants. This short introduces viewers to the little folk of the Arctic.

What's My Superpower?

Neil Christopher

Nalvana feels like all of her friends have some type of superpower. As Nalvana tries out each of her friends’ superpowers with no success, she wonders if she might be the only kid in town without a special talent.

Arctic Song

Neil Christopher, Louise Flaherty

Depicts Inuit creation stories in all their glory. Arctic Song tells stories of how the land, sea and sky came to be in beautifully rendered animation. Telling traditional Inuit tales from the Iglulik region of Nunavut through song, the film revitalizes ancient knowledge and shares it with future generations.