Review of Nanook of the North (1922) by Gordon I — 11 Mar 2013

My favorite of Flaherty's films is Louisiana Story, but this one's also really something speciail.

This review of Nanook of the North (1922) was written by Gordon I on 11 Mar 2013.

Nanook of the North has generally received very positive reviews.

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