Natar Ungalaaq

Natar Ungalaaq

66 · Born: Jan 1, 1959

Personal Details

BornJan 1, 1959 Canada

Biography

Natar Ungalaaq is a multifaceted artist, boasting a distinguished career as both an actor and a filmmaker, with his remarkable Inuit sculpting skills earning him recognition in numerous prestigious collections of Inuit art globally.

Prior to assuming the lead role in the critically acclaimed film Atanarjuat: The Fast Runner, released in 2001, Natar had already made a significant impact in the Canadian and American film industries, taking on notable roles in a variety of projects, including Kabloonak, a 1994 production, as well as Glory & Honor, released in 1998, and Frostfire, which premiered in 1995.

Career

2022
Slash/Back
Slash/Back as Fisherman
2019
2016
Iqaluit
Iqaluit as Noah
2013
Maïna
Maïna as Tadlo
The Legend of Sarila
The Legend of Sarila as Ukpik (voice)
2004
Sleep Murder
Sleep Murder as Jimmy Tarniq
1994
Kabloonak
Kabloonak as Mukpullu