Nathaël and the Seal Hunt (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1990, Nathaël and the Seal Hunt is an animation film directed by Yvon Larochelle, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. Just when a young boy named Nathael is about to take part in his first seal hunt, this annual event in the Gulf of Saint Lawrence becomes the focus of a world-wide controversy. This evocative short film effectively combines pastel images with pinscreen animation to show a young person's view of the traditional way of life of the Magdalen Islanders, and their perplexity at the censure of the outside world.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Nathaël and the Seal Hunt sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nathaël and the Seal Hunt page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nathaël and the Seal Hunt tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
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- Where can I watch Nathaël and the Seal Hunt (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nathaël and the Seal Hunt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nathaël and the Seal Hunt worth watching?
- Nathaël and the Seal Hunt holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Nathaël and the Seal Hunt released?
- Nathaël and the Seal Hunt was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.