Nunatta Ataani
Filmed over three years, Nunatta Ataani (Beneath Our Feet) captures the history and inner workings of Nunavik's mining industry through the eyes of the Inuit. The documentary brings forward Inuit voices to reveal the economic, environmental, and cultural challenges they face as this powerful industry continues to expand across their ancestral lands.
The region's mineral potential has drawn attention from our governments and companies around the globe. Now, more than ever, people are eager to understand this evolving industry. Through interviews with workers, industry leaders, elected officials, and experts, Nunatta Ataani skillfully traces the history of this industry in northern Quebec, demystifying its complex operations while highlighting the impacts of current development.
By exploring the region's mining history and visiting various projects, from early prospecting to fully operational mines, the film addresses crucial topics such as royalties, environmental concerns, and coexistence with Nunavimmiut. This documentary is a must-watch for anyone seeking to better understand this often-overlooked industry and to gain an informed perspective on the challenges it presents.
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Jean-Philippe BrochuDirector
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Jean-Philippe BrochuWriter
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Jean-Philippe BrochuProducer
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Project Title (Original Language):Beneath Our Feet
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Project Type:Documentary
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Runtime:1 hour 47 minutes
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Completion Date:October 25, 2024
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Country of Origin:Canada
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Country of Filming:Canada
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Language:English, Inuktitut
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Aspect Ratio:2.39
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
Jean-Philippe Brochu is a Canadian documentary filmmaker and producer with over 20 years of experience in the field. Favoring work in small teams, he often combines the roles of director, cinematographer, and editor on his productions. Some of his recent projects include Nunatta Ataani (2024), which explores the impact of the mining industry in Nunavik; co-directing season 4 of Vite pas vite on Radio-Canada (2023); and Empire Félin (2020), a three-hour series distributed in many countries. He has also directed television projects such as Derby de démolition: Une histoire de Famille (2017), Culture Cosplay (2017), and Gamers: Beyond the Game (2015), reflecting his curiosity about lesser-known subjects and contemporary subcultures. He is currently working on a documentary project related to hunting and fishing, in collaboration with the Inuit communities of Nunavik.