Restless River (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2019, Restless River is a drama film directed by Madeline Ivalu, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Surprised at the loss of her innocence, the young Inuk Elsa draws courage and strength from her rugged land to become a woman as independent as the restless river that cuts across it. She becomes the very young mother of a child whose surprising destiny breaks with the millennial traditions of her ancestors. Navigating the social norms of the colonizers and the reality of her own family situation, the dreariness of a relationship that is not right for her, and the rebellion of her teenage son, Elsa’s path follows the winding course of the indomitable river that accompanies her every turn in life.
Who’s in it. Restless River stars Malaya Qaunirq Chapman, Etua Snowball, Matthew York and Nick Serino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Restless River has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Restless River page.
If you liked it. Fans of Restless River tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Restless River (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Restless River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Restless River worth watching?
- Restless River holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Restless River?
- Restless River stars Malaya Qaunirq Chapman, Etua Snowball, Matthew York, Nick Serino and Madeline Ivalu.
- When was Restless River released?
- Restless River was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.