The new Inuk comedy series “North of North,” co-produced by Netflix and CBC in partnership with APTN, centers on Siaja, a young Inuk mother seeking more than her predictable life in a tight-knit Arctic town. The creators prioritized portraying Inuit women with agency and embracing their sexuality, a departure from common stereotypes. The series premieres Tuesday on CBC and APTN.
In developing “North of North,” a new Inuk comedy co-produced by Netflix and CBC in partnership with APTN , the creators made one thing clear: it had to be “a horny show.”
Turning to star Anna Lambe and co-creator Alethea Arnaquq-Baril, who were sitting beside her at the CBC headquarters, she added:"It also felt real to us, and we're all about authenticity.” The half-hour series, which was shot in and around Iqaluit in the spring of 2024, premieres Tuesday on CBC and APTN.
Arnaquq-Baril said working on that film, based on the true story of a youth lacrosse team created to address a wave of suicides in Kugluktuk, Nunavut, was powerful but “emotionally taxing,” and they were ready to do something more lighthearted. “To be authentic it had to be shot in Iqaluit, and we wanted it to be, but there’s many costs that come with that that make it more expensive,” said Sally Catto, CBC’s general manager of entertainment, factual and sports.
Indigenous Comedy Inuk Representation Netflix CBC APTN
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
New Inuk Comedy 'North of North' Prioritizes Bodily Autonomy and AuthenticityThe upcoming Netflix and CBC co-production 'North of North' centers on Siaja, a young Inuk mother seeking more from life. The creators emphasize the importance of showcasing Inuit women with control over their bodies and desires, rejecting the stereotypical portrayal of Indigenous women as victims. The half-hour series, shot in Iqaluit, premieres Tuesday on CBC and APTN.
Read more »
CBC's North of North is a hilarious look at a young Inuk mom looking for a fresh start in a tiny Arctic townMaika Harper as Neevee in episode 103 of North of North.
Read more »
New Indigenous Comedy 'North of North' Prioritizes Female Sexuality and AuthenticityThe upcoming Inuk comedy series 'North of North', co-produced by Netflix and CBC in partnership with APTN, aims to showcase Inuit women and Indigenous women in control of their bodies and desires. The creators emphasize the importance of authenticity and breaking stereotypes by portraying characters who are sexually active and seeking fulfillment.
Read more »
Savanna Pikuyak was a future Inuk leader whose murder harmed whole communitySavanna Pikuyak, a young Inuk woman from Nunavut, moved to Ottawa on Thursday to start a program at Algonquin College.
Read more »
Bounce into 2025 with CBC's Top 5 January picks — new hits and returning favourites you can't missCBC kicks off 2025 with a lineup of returning favorites and new series.
Read more »
CBC Thunder Bay Make the Season Kind 2024Make The Season Kind is CBC Thunder Bay's annual campaign to raise food and funds for the Regional Food Distribution Association of Northwestern Ontario.
Read more »