Lypa(1988)
Lypa Synopsis
A portrait of Inuit hunter and artist Lypa Pitsiulak, who decided to return to the land several years ago. His goal was to rediscover his culture, teach his family survival skills in the harsh Arctic environment, and pull himself and his family away from the negative influences of white culture. The film portrays his lifestyle, his love for his family, and some of the sources of his artistic inspiration. It also highlights his beautiful prints and sculptures, with their fantastic interweaving of figures from the animal, spirit and human worlds.
Lypa (1988) is a documentary film directed by Shelagh Mackenzie, released on January 1, 1988 with a runtime of 30m. It stars Lypa Pitsiulak. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Shelagh Mackenzie
- Production:
- ONF | NFB
- Status:
- Released
Lypa Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Shelagh Mackenzie.
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Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Lypa – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Lypa?
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The main cast of Lypa (1988) includes Lypa Pitsiulak. The film was directed by Shelagh Mackenzie. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Lypa released?
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Lypa was released on January 1, 1988 and runs for 30m.
Is Lypa worth watching?
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Lypa (1988) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.