Walker
Originally released in 1991. Walker is a drama film. directed by Alanis Obomsawin. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Luis Brascoupe and Jamieson Boulanger
Synopsis
Walker is a young Aboriginal foster child whose only playmate is his dog. Jamie is a lonely young white boy who is afraid of dogs, and has some strange ideas about Aboriginal people. Walker ignores the racist jeering and taunting of the bigger boys and reaches out to Jamie. Together, they find friendship and understanding. Walker challenges racist attitudes toward Aboriginal people, and shows how children from different backgrounds can form friendships. This film is part of the Playing Fair series.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1991
35 years ago
Runtime
0h 14m
14 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walker about?
Walker is a young Aboriginal foster child whose only playmate is his dog. Jamie is a lonely young white boy who is afraid of dogs, and has some strange ideas about Aboriginal people. Walker ignores...
Who directed Walker?
Walker was directed by Alanis Obomsawin.
How long is Walker?
Walker has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was Walker released?
Walker was released on January 1, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Walker?
The main cast of Walker includes Luis Brascoupe, Jamieson Boulanger.