Little Willy must win a dog sled race in order to save his grandfather's cattle ranch.
Acting
Gordon Tootoosis's commanding presence with barely any dialogue.
Practical Effects
Real sled dogs doing real stunts in actual snow.
Director
Harvey Hart
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Based on John Reynolds Gardiner's 1980 novel, written specifically for reluctant readers.
Gordon Tootoosis, a Cree actor, brought dignity to a role that could've been stereotypical; his silence was intentional power.
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