Munkha
In the snowy heart of Yakutia, a little girl named Nyukku excitedly embarks on her first traditional fishing journey with her family and her “magical” mittens.
- Original Language Title: Муҥха
- Director: Alexander Moruo (Yakut), Markel Martynov
- Principal Cast: Aysen Dyodorov, Ayllana Petrova, Arsenty Sofronov
- Country: Russia, Kazakhstan
- Year: 2024
- Running Time: 11 min.
- Producer: Anna Borisova, Roman Okoneshnikov
- Screenplay: Tatiana Ushnitskaya
- Cinematographers: Alexander Moruo
- Editors: Markel Martynov
- Music: Sobo
- Website: Official Film Website
- Language: Sakha
- Has Subtitles: Yes
- Format: DCP
This film is playing as a part of Medicine Circle: Indigenous Stories of Return
This selection of short, Indigenous-made films exemplifies the stunning fortitude and vibrant visions born of communities from around the snowy northern regions of the world.
*Streaming In My Hand restricted to audiences in WA State.