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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Outstanding ... Incredible Cast,
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This review is from: The Snow Walker (DVD)
Wow, I was literally guilted into seeing this in the theatre; and what a good thing it was that I went.
I have this on DVD now and the documentary is excellent. This CANADIAN made movie (shot in Manitoba, NWT, and BC) has shot to the top of my favorite list. Everyone I show it too is stunned by the terrific cast, photography, and outstanding story (quality A1). Berry Pepper (I did not know any of the cast before) is absolutely outstanding. Annabelle Piugattuk (has so much chemistry with the media...film) it hits the viewer hard; there is something about her that extremely likeable (same for Berry); the the two work together in a wonderful way (so rare). I know that the storyline looks tough to take (winter, cold) but I guarantee that this one will delight. The Pilot is essentially reborn, or transformed, by his experience. Men will like Barry's performance as it is not at all mush ... tough and believable. After watching it about 3 times, some noteworthy things. The Owl, I think symbolizes someone watching (the girl?); the pilot's flashbacks to the war; the last flashback hits me so hard; don't know why but I just well up now with the change that occurs in it (what does the Raven mean?). The message I think is that "we are not alone". Feminists will love it of course, Annabella is something like 4'8" tall and amazes all. Again, the sight of her makes me well up ... maybe I'm just an emotional wreck these days. The Director is Charles Martin Smith -- from The Untouchables, or American Graffitti (the one that got so sick from drinking). Oh, if you have Home Theatre Speakers the talk with the Raven (I think it is a Raven) will sound awesome on your speakers .. it was cool in the theatre). Interesting, the words you hear whispered, were accidentally recorded when Annabella was practicing quietly with herself and the microphone was left on -- they said they actually found it when going throught the tapes. So buy this DVD; outstanding!!!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Canadian classic,
By Jeff Jacques (Ottawa, Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Snow Walker (DVD)
Charles Martin Smith fell in love with the Canadian north when he starred in "Never Cry Wolf" 21 years ago. Now he returns to that beautiful, stark landscape as a director, and his love of the land is shown in the beautiful panoramic vistas that almost become a character unto themselves."The Snow Walker" is a simple story about cocky courier pilot Charlie (Barry Pepper) who reluctantly agrees to fly a young Inuit woman (Annabelle Piugattuk), sick with TB, to the hospital in Yellowknife. Naturally, things do not go as planned. The plane goes down and the two characters must fend for themselves in the barren landscape, their divergent personalities and cultural differences making things difficult at times, yet also enlightening. As days drag into weeks, a respectful bond grows between the pair and Charlie gradually comes to care for his companion, a member of a people Charlie had previously treated with cruel indifference. Pepper, as always, is great, turning in a real performance as Charlie, a man facing his own survival and prejudices in the northern wilderness. And newcomer Piugattuk is delightful as the Inuit woman, her impressive performance showing us a culture we rarely have the opportunity to see. Small supporting roles by James Cromwell and Kiersten Warren are effective as well. All in all, a very satisfying movie of survival and friendship against all odds.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Absolutely Stunning,
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This review is from: The Snow Walker (DVD)
The Snow Walker is a simple film which embodies the human spirit and teaches us to accept others for who they are.
Directed by Charles Martin Smith, this Canadian film is about a cocky bush pilot in the Canadian Arctic during the 1950's and the struggles he, and his extra passanger, endure after their plane goes down in the harsh, unforgiving tundra. During a routine run, Charlie (played by Barry Pepper), comes across a fishing party of Inuit people. After two of the men help Charlie with his cargo, he agrees to see something as per their request. What he discovers is a young Inuit girl. She is badly sick and needs to be in a hospital. After initial denail, the Inuit men persuade him with some ivory walrus tusks, a hefty trade he cannot refuse. On their way to Yellowknife to find a hospital, their plane goes down because of engine failure. Unable to contact the outside world, this arrogant bigot, but somehow likeable man, is forced to try to survive on the unforgiving land. The duo endure many hardships and Charlie learns that this young girl is far better off then he is. Even after his selfishness, she still helps him and heals him. What grows is an unbelieveable relationship (totally platonic) between the two people and really ends up and the centrepeice of the film. An excellent film with great acting, directing, writing, everything is brilliant. Every frame you watch, you can see the love and respect Smith has for the beautiful land. An excellent feel-good film that should not be missed.
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