‘The Hungry Giant’ Viral AI Video: A Digital Anthem for Greenland's Sovereignty

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A new AI-generated protest video titled ‘The Hungry Giant’  has captivated the internet, depicting an army of Arctic wildlife rising to defend Greenland against American acquisition. The cinematic clip, which has rapidly gained millions of views, features a surreal ‘Greenland Defence Front’ where polar bears brandish harpoons, walruses operate military vehicles, and orcas patrol the icy depths. By blending humour with poignant cultural symbolism, the video has become a digital anthem for those opposing U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed and aggressive rhetoric regarding the purchase of the semi-autonomous Danish territory. 

The video's emotional core lies in its integration of Inuit folklore, most notably the appearance of a Tupilaq, a powerful revenge spirit, rising from the permafrost to protect the land. This cultural touchstone serves as a sharp reminder that Greenland is more than just a strategic asset for national security; it is a home with a deep ancestral identity. The accompanying song, "The Hungry Giant," pulls no punches, describing an "orange hand" whose "fingers freeze and fall" as it reaches for the island’s resources. The lyrics frame the struggle as a David-versus-Goliath battle, emphasising that while Greenland may lack a massive standing army, its spirit and heritage remain "not for sale." 

This digital pushback comes at a time of escalating tensions, as President Trump recently intensified his claims that Greenland is ‘imperative’ for U.S. interests, even suggesting economic pressure through tariffs on European allies who resist. While global leaders debate the strategic value of the Arctic’s rare-earth minerals and shipping lanes, Greenlanders have turned to the ‘weapon of the weak’, satire and storytelling. The viral success of the ‘Defend Greenland’ video highlights a shifting landscape in political protest, where technology allows smaller nations to project their voices across the globe, transforming a remote Arctic island into a symbol of modern sovereignty.