directed by: Miranda de Pencier, year: 2019
actors: Ben Schnetzer

Based on a true story, The Grizzlies follows Kugluktuk, a remote Arctic community where a group of Inuit youths struggle with violence and despair. A determined teacher forms a lacrosse team to channel energy and trauma into sport, teaching teamwork, discipline, and hope. As the players chase pride and connection, the film explores resilience, cultural survival, and the healing power of community against overwhelming odds.

Strength, Drama, Sports Drama, Biographical, Indigenous Canadian Film, Lacrosse