Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner(2002)
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Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner Synopsis
Based on a local legend and set in an unknown era, it deals with universal themes of love, possessiveness, family, jealousy and power. Beautifully shot, and acted by Inuit people, it portrays a time when people fought duels by taking turns to punch each other until one was unconscious, made love on the way to the caribou hunt, ate walrus meat and lit their igloos with seal-oil lamps.
Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner (2002) is a fantasy and drama film directed by Zacharias Kunuk, released on February 1, 2002 with a runtime of 2h 52m. It stars Natar Ungalaaq, Sylvia Ivalu, Peter-Henry Arnatsiaq and Lucy Tulugarjuk. Viewers rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 81 ratings.
- Director:
- Zacharias Kunuk
- Writers:
- Paul Apak Angilirq, Pauloosie Qulitalik, Zacharias Kunuk
- Producers:
- Zacharias Kunuk, Germaine Ying Gee Wong, Paul Apak Angilirq
- Cinematographer:
- Norman Cohn
- Composer:
- Chris Crilly
- Production:
- Isuma Productions
- Budget:
- $1,934,000
- Revenue:
- $3,786,801
- Status:
- Released
Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner (2002) Trailer
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Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner Cast & Crew
Main cast
Natar Ungalaaq
as Atanarjuat
- Sylvia Ivalu
Sylvia Ivalu
as Atuat
- Peter-Henry Arnatsiaq
Peter-Henry Arnatsiaq
as Oki
- Lucy Tulugarjuk
Lucy Tulugarjuk
as Puja
Pakak Innuksuk
as Amaqjuaq (as Pakkak Innushuk)
- Madeline Ivalu
Madeline Ivalu
as Panikpak
- Pauloosie Qulitalik
Pauloosie Qulitalik
as Qulitalik / A shaman (as Paul Qulitalik)
- Eugene Ipkarnak
Eugene Ipkarnak
as Sauri, the chief
- Neeve Irngaut
Neeve Irngaut
as Uluriaq
- Abraham Ulayuruluk
Abraham Ulayuruluk
as Tungajuaq
- Apayata Kotierk
Apayata Kotierk
as Kumaglak
- Mary Qulitalik
Mary Qulitalik
as Niriuniq
Key crew
Directed by Zacharias Kunuk, written by Paul Apak Angilirq, Pauloosie Qulitalik and Zacharias Kunuk, produced by Zacharias Kunuk, Germaine Ying Gee Wong and Paul Apak Angilirq.
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Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.8/10 from 81 ratings.
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Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner online?
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Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner (2002) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner?
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The main cast of Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner (2002) includes Natar Ungalaaq, Sylvia Ivalu, Peter-Henry Arnatsiaq, Lucy Tulugarjuk and Pakak Innuksuk. The film was directed by Zacharias Kunuk. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner released?
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Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner was released on February 1, 2002 and runs for 2h 52m.
Is Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner worth watching?
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Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner (2002) holds an average rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 81 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy fantasy and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner?
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