How would you survive in the harshest climates? The film “Polaris” places its protagonist, a girl named Sumi, into a frozen nightmare. This extreme landscape sets the stage for her rush to freedom and eventual push towards the title’s namesake star, her journey ultimately exposing the young traveler to the benefits of friendship when facing insurmountable odds. A pan-Canadian co-production between the Yukon, Quebec, and Ontario, the project shines a light on the talents of a multi-hyphenate intent on challenging tropes.

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