Before Tomorrow

4 Stars

Rating: PG

Stars: Madeline Ivalu, Paul-Dylan Ivalu



A grandmother and grandson are forced to embark on a perilous journey alone. 



What’s the story?

Circa 1840 and set against the backdrop of the invading Europeans on Inuit-inhabited land, Before Tomorrow is a film centered around an elderly woman named Ningiuq (Madeline Ivalu) and her grandson, Maniq (Paul-Dylan Ivalu), who are left abandoned after disease brought about by white foreigners kills the rest of their camp. Together, they must face the cruel winter with only themselves for comfort in this trying time, the deaths of their people haunting them everyday. Through near-death experiences with wolves and the exchange of comforting stories about their people told in times of distress, the two learn their limits both physically and emotionally and come closer together through this devastating experience. 



Why see it?

Before Tomorrow is a rare film that has managed to capture raw emotion through its telling of history. Viewers who see this extraordinary film will immediately be able to relate to it, because, just like this grandmother and grandson, everybody has a history. What people decide to take from their history is their own decision, but what this grandmother and grandson take from theirs is truly amazing and something to look up to. 



Problems?

Before Tomorrow is quite graphic – images of deceased bodies infected with disease and slain animals are prevalent throughout the film. People who tend to cringe away from any form of death are recommended to avoid this film.  



All in all:

This film, based on historical events, will sadden and inspire viewers.