The read
It runs a compact 1h 21m.
Synopsis
Documentary, poetry and essay rolled into one, this compilation of stockshots and clips sourced from NFB productions of the '50s and '60s offers a singular lesson in Montreal history - its famous figures, symbolic places, and ordinary citizens. Without commentary, the film moves from the red light district to Jean Drapeau, the Jacques-Cartier market, department stores downtown, textile factories, and the construction of Place Ville-Marie. We meet Geneviève Bujold, Oscar Peterson, Monique Mercure, and Igor Stravinsky. We hear Raymond Lévesque, Jean Drapeau, and René Lecavalier.
Ratings
IMDb7.6/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Luc BourdonDirector
Cast
- Paul AnkaSelf (archive footage)
- Geneviève BujoldSelf (archive footage)
- Oscar PetersonSelf (archive footage)
- Igor StravinskySelf (archive footage)
- Carol-Lynne TraynorCaroline
Stills
Themes
quebecmontreal, canadavie urbaine