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Usugilix Awakun

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Usugilix Awakun

Film Session(s)

Venue(s)

The Orpheum Theater

11 minutes, United States, 2023

 

 

In the waters off the remote island of Iluulux or so called Unalaska, Alaska, toxic algal blooms are increasingly infecting filter feeding shellfish with unknown causation. After a community member died from eating blue mussels, a staple cultural food, Unangax scientist Shayla began working with her tribe to research and understand the harmful blooms and what can hopefully be done about them. Illuminating the profound connection between the Unangax people and their environment, Usugilix Awakun showcases the resilience and resourcefulness of a culture in the face of unprecedented challenges.

 

Director(s): Palmer Morse, Matt Mikkelsen

Producer(s): Kanesia Price

 

Environmental, Human Interest / Cultural, Indigenous Voices

 
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