In the Land of the Head Hunters (1914): Cast
In the Land of the Head Hunters is a 1914 drama directed by Edward S. Curtis, starring Bob Wilson as Fisherman who drops a paddle on the rocks, Stanley Hunt and Balutsa. It runs 1 hour 5 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 5m (65 min)
- Director
- Edward S. Curtis
- Genre
- Drama
- Studio
- Seattle Film Co.
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is In the Land of the Head Hunters About?
The premise of In the Land of the Head Hunters without spoilers.
A 1914 silent film that dramatizes the life and customs of the Kwakwaka’wakw (Kwakiutl) peoples of the Queen Charlotte Strait on British Columbia’s central coast. Written and directed by Edward S. Curtis, the picture features an all‑Kwakwaka’wakw cast, making it the first feature‑length film starring only Native North Americans; the next such film, eight years later, was Robert Flaherty’s Nanook of the North.
In the Land of the Head Hunters Themes & Keywords
· 12 tags- national film registry
- first nations
- tribal chief
- father son relationship
- british columbia canada
- vision
- quest
- young love
- evil
- sorcerer
- mountain
- canoe
In the Land of the Head Hunters Cast & Characters
Bob Wilson leads the cast as Fisherman who drops a paddle on the rocks, with Stanley Hunt as Motana and Balutsa as Waket and Yaklus. Directed by Edward S. Curtis; 9 actors are credited in all.
- Director Edward S. Curtis
- Bob Wilson as Fisherman who drops a paddle on the rocks
- Stanley Hunt as Motana
- Balutsa as Waket and Yaklus
- Sarah Constance Smith Hunt as Naida and a Na'nalalal Dancer
Also Starring in In the Land of the Head Hunters
· 5 more- Paddy 'Malid Kenada
- Mrs. George Walkus Naida and Sorceress
- Francine Hunt Clam digger, captive, wedding dancer
- Kwagwanu Sorcerer
- Maggie Frank Naida (uncredited)
In the Land of the Head Hunters Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “In the Land of the War Canoes” and “In the Days of the Head Hunters”.
- Also known as
-
- In the Land of the War Canoes
- In the Days of the Head Hunters
Seen In the Land of the Head Hunters?
Movies Like In the Land of the Head Hunters
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including In the Land of the Head Hunters, Gow the Head Hunter and The New Land.
In the Land of the Head Hunters FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of In the Land of the Head Hunters, each answered in a sentence.
How long is In the Land of the Head Hunters?
In the Land of the Head Hunters runs 1 hour 5 minutes (65 minutes).
When was In the Land of the Head Hunters released?
In the Land of the Head Hunters was released on December 7, 1914.
Who directed In the Land of the Head Hunters?
In the Land of the Head Hunters was directed by Edward S. Curtis.
More films by Edward S. Curtis Who is in the cast of In the Land of the Head Hunters?
In the Land of the Head Hunters stars Bob Wilson as Fisherman who drops a paddle on the rocks, Stanley Hunt as Motana and Balutsa as Waket and Yaklus, among 9 credited actors.
Does In the Land of the Head Hunters have a post-credit scene?
No. In the Land of the Head Hunters has no extra scene during or after the credits.
Coming soon to your phone
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app
