

The Haida in Canada
2022-12-10 · 45 min · ★ 7.0
Haida Gwaii, an archipelago off the west coast of Canada, is home to Skil Jaadee and her family. They live in harmony with nature and have made it their mission to save their language and preserve their history.
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- Directors
- Anna Pflüger
- Production companies
- K22 Film & Entertainment, ZDF/Arte
- Countries
- Canada, Germany
- Status
- Released
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