Lars is the only teenager in town who in a community of hunters doesn't want to hunt. Niaqornat in North West Greenland has a population of only 59 with no local industry people are being forced to leave to find jobs in the nearest town. Whilst the rest of the community pull together to try and re-open the fish-factory Lars begins to plan his escape. Like all villages Niaqornat has its supporters and detractors amongst the local populace. For some it is paradise they can't imagine living anywhere else for others it's the last place on earth they want to be.... For most Niaqornat is simply home. We know that there are very real pressures on a place like this - the ice is melting the government no longer wants to subsidise the supply ship that brings the food that can't be hunted locally and people are leaving due to the lack of work. Village at the End of the World is a film that reflects the dilemmas of most small communities all over the world this one just happens to be in one of the remotest spots on earth. Special Features: Deleted scenes Trailer Interview with directors [show more]
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Documentary exploring life on one of the most remote settlements in the world. Intrigued by Niaqornat while travelling with her family, Sarah Gavron decided that she would return to the village and document the lives of its 59 residents. Completely isolated and reachable only by air, Niaqornat sits on the Western Coast of Greenland and is hugely dependent on fishing and hunting as a means of sustaining life. Lars, a local 16-year-old, dreams of escape and spends much of his time socialising on the internet with friends from all over the world. The director focuses on the reasons for his dissatisfaction, but also acknowledges the opposite end of the spectrum through his father who is a huntsman and deeply ingrained in village tradition. She also speaks to Ilannguaq, who moved to Niaqornat after meeting his partner online. He explains how he is an asset to the community because of his ability to speak Danish and English - a skill which has seen him become the local tourist guide.
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