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Kalak (2024)

Movie ★ 6.0 120 min

Jan, a nurse who is also a father, was sexually abused by his father as a teenager. Working in Nuuk, Greenland, he tries to connect to the culture with sex. When someone calls him a Kalak, a Greenlandic word with a double meaning of both a "true" and "dirty" Greenlander, he wears the epithet as a badge of honor. Ultimately, he has to confront his father.

Isabella Eklöf Director Sissel Dalsgaard Thomsen Writer Isabella Eklöf Writer Kim Leine Writer

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Quick facts

Released
March 7, 2024
Runtime
120 min
Budget
$3.0M
IMDb
tt22171832
Country
, , Greenland, , ,
Language
, Kalaallisut,
Studio
Made, Manna Film, ,

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kalak about?
Jan, a nurse who is also a father, was sexually abused by his father as a teenager. Working in Nuuk, Greenland, he tries to connect to the culture with sex. When someone calls him a Kalak, a Greenlandic word with a double meaning of both a "true" and "dirty" Greenlander, he wears the epithet as a badge of honor. Ultimately, he has to confront his father.
Who directed Kalak?
Kalak was directed by Isabella Eklöf.
Who stars in Kalak?
Kalak stars Emil Johnsen, Asta Kamma August, Berda Larsen, Connie Kristoffersen.
When was Kalak released?
Kalak is a 2024 drama film.
Where can I watch Kalak?
You can watch Kalak with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.