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Nanook of the North 1922 Documentary Original British Front of House Lobby Card 1940's re-release in VG Condition "Nanook of the North" is a groundbreaking documentary film released in 1922, directed by Robert J. Flaherty. It is often considered one of the earliest and most influential works in the genre of documentary filmmaking. The film provides a captivating and intimate portrayal of the daily life of an Inuit family living in the Arctic region of Canada. The story revolves around Nanook, the film's protagonist and the head of the family. Nanook, along with his wife, Nyla, and their children, go about their daily routines, which primarily involve hunting, fishing, building shelters, and navigating the challenging environment of the frozen north. The film showcases their resourcefulness, survival skills, and their deep connection with nature. Flaherty's camera captures the Inuit's struggles and triumphs as they face harsh weather conditions, hunt for food, and interact with their surroundings. The film also explores their unique cultural practices, such as building igloos, fashioning tools from natural materials, and crafting clothing from animal skins. Despite the absence of a conventional narrative structure, "Nanook of the North" presents a compelling and immersive experience for the audience. Flaherty's cinematography skillfully captures the breathtaking landscapes, the grandeur of the icebergs, and the beauty of the Arctic wilderness. However, it is important to note that the film has been subject to some criticism for its staged scenes and for Flaherty's manipulation of certain events to fit his artistic vision. While the film portrays an authentic depiction of Inuit life, it is not a pure documentary in the strictest sense, as some scenes were staged or recreated for the camera. Nevertheless, "Nanook of the North" remains a significant milestone in documentary filmmaking, as it helped pave the way for future explorations of cultural and anthropological subjects on film. It introduced audiences to the lives and struggles of indigenous people and left a lasting impact on the way documentaries are made and perceived.

Silver Screen Mementos are pleased to be able to offer this authentic original Lobby Card measuring 8x10 inches. This lobby card is from Great Britain and was printed during the actual year the film was released in movie theaters. The lobby card (also known as Front of House/ FOH card in the UK) was created by the film studios to publicize the movie and was intended for display outside the movie theatre in special glass display boxes. These are NOT reproductions! You are looking at a truly original piece of cinema art, a genuine collector's item. We have a huge archive of over 250,000 original lobby cards, mostly from the 1930's to the 1980's. We will be releasing many more rare gems from our vast collection, which will include lobby cards, original photographs, movie stills, magazines, brochures negatives, transparencies, slides and other collectible items of movie memorabilia.