Atikamekw Suns

Atikamekw Suns 2024 Directed by Chloé Leriche Soleils Atikamekw

Manawan, 1977. A vehicle falls into a river near a Native community. Two Quebecers managed to escape, but five Atikamekws lost their lives. While the police conclude that it was an accident, the victims’ families are left with unanswered questions. A historical, poetic and choral tale, Soleils Atikamekw is inspired by the dreams, impressions and memories of the relatives of the five victims. In an intimate, humanistic approach, the filmmaker involves the families both in front of and behind the camera. Documentary and fiction come together in a deeply moving film about grief, injustice and memory.

Country Canada

Production Country Canada

Language Cree

Spoken Languages Cree , French

Gnere Drama

Production Companies Téléfilm Canada , Les Films de L'Autre , SODEC

Release Date 5 April 2024

103 mins