Ukrainian Winter Holidays
1942•22m•Released
Documentary
Ukrainian communities of the Canadian prairies still follow the Julian calendar and celebrate Christmas on the seventh of January. Traditional foods are prepared for the holy Christmas Eve supper, eaten when the first star of the evening appears. Then traditional carols and light-hearted dances in gay costume continue the festivities. In striking contrast, on Christmas Day the Ukrainians gather at the Greek Orthodox church to worship in a solemn service with ancient ritual.
Director
Laura Boulton
Languages
English
Studio
ONF | NFB
Production
Company
ONF | NFB
Producer
James Beveridge
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