The Memories of Angels
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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.
Status: Released
Released Date: 2008-09-05
Runtime: 81 mins
Director: Luc Bourdon
Spoken language: English, Français
Genres: Documentary
Original title: The Memories of Angels
Production Companies: ONF | NFB
Production Countries: Canada
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