The Necessities of Life (2008) is a poignant drama set in the 1950s, depicting a period when tuberculosis was a rampant and severe issue, particularly affecting marginalized communities. As the disease ravaged through populations, many Inuit individuals were compelled to abandon their homes to seek medical care elsewhere. The narrative commences with Tivii (Natar Ungalaaq, known for "Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner"), who is transported to a sanatorium in Quebec City. Here, he is informed that he must undergo treatment without his family, thrusting him into an unfamiliar environment where he is surrounded by a language he does not comprehend and an uncertain future. Fortunately, Tivii finds solace in the care of a compassionate nurse, Carole (Éveline Gélinas), who is dedicated to helping him recover. This film was selected as Canada's official entry for the Academy Award® for Best Foreign Language Film.
Credits
Direction Benoît Pilon
Cast Paul-André Brasseur · Natar Ungalaaq · Èveline Gélinas · Antoine Bertrand · Louise Marleau · Guy Thauvette · Denis Bernard · Luc Proulx
Soundtrack Robert Marcel Lepage
Screenplay Bernard Émond
Cinematography Michel La Veaux
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Title The Necessities of Life
Original title Ce qu'il faut pour vivre (The Necessities of Life)
Year 2008
Type Movie
Length 102 min.
Country Canada
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