August 2 - 9, 2011

Inuit High Kick

Friday, August 5 - 6:30 pm
Documentary
Canada |
2010 |
no dialogue OV
| 3m
Alethea Arnaquq-Baril

A stunning visual examination of an athlete performing the traditional Inuit high kick. Using super slow motion images, the sequence shows the athlete as he runs and propels himself off the floor, touches a small marker with one foot, almost 3 metres high, and falls back landing balanced on the same foot. The high kick is an ancient celebration of Inuit culture and must be seen to be believed.