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The Grizzlies is a 2018 Canadian sports drama film, directed by Miranda de Pencier. Based on a true story, the film depicts a youth lacrosse team that was set up to help combat an onslaught of youth suicide in the community of Kugluktuk, Nunavut.
Aug 7, 2020 · Though it's a familiar plot about kids learning discipline and teamwork through sports, "The Grizzlies" is brought to life through the specifics that make the characters and their sense of place—and of displacement—central to the story.
Jul 31, 2020 · A true story of a white teacher who introduces lacrosse to a group of Inuit students in a remote Arctic town struggling with suicide and trauma. The film follows their journey to the National Lacrosse Championships in Toronto and the challenges they face along the way.
A group of disaffected students form an unlikely bond through the game of lacrosse when a new teacher introduces the sport to their remote Arctic town. Watch trailers & learn more.
The Grizzlies. Watch The Grizzlies with a subscription on Netflix. The Grizzlies scores thanks to exceptional performances and an authentic approach to storytelling that transcends sports...
Apr 17, 2019 · The Grizzlies is a new feature film based on the true story of a teacher who introduced lacrosse to a group of Inuit teens in Kugluktuk, a remote Arctic community with high suicide rates. The film follows the team's journey from the ice fields to the national championships, and explores the power of hope and sport in the face of adversity.
The Grizzlies is more than the usual triumph through sports movie - it is a true story about a group of Inuit students who changed their teacher and eventually their whole community for the better.
