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Johanne, tout simplement
Once abandoned on the doorstep of an orphanage in Montreal, Johanne Harrelle, a talented artist, actress, and one of the first Black models in North America, led a life that was as complex and daring as she was. Through archival footage, interviews with her loved ones, and the interpretation of her writings by three contemporary...
Larry (iel)
Young non-binary trans photographer Laurence Philomène has emerged as one of the most original and inspiring voices of their generation and an LGBTQ+ community icon. Exploring the artist’s intimate world and creative process, LARRY (they/them) paints a luminous and engaging portrait of the complex, often misunderstood multiplicity of trans and non-binary identities and experiences. Official selection – RIDM – 2024
Among Mountains and Streams
A mysterious forest in early fall echoes with birdsong and the sound of a river. Fallen leaves speckle gold on the blue stones. Two weary travellers make their way on foot – the painter Meng Huang and writer Ma Jian. When, as if after a long journey, they finally reach a cabin, they eat and drink, but the mood is not one of contentment. Their gaze is dark, haunted by memories of the China they have fled: persecution, resistance and the treatment meted out to those who fight for human rights. With the forest arousing painful thoughts and existential considerations, they talk about art. For the two artists, whose world view has been upended by the Tiananmen Square massacre, creation offers an answer to oppression and lies. But what kind of life remains for the exiles? Official selection – RIDM – 2024
Lucien Brouillard
With Pierre Curzi, Marie Tifo and Roger Blais A solitary anarchist, Lucien Brouillard fights tirelessly to defend his rights and those of his fellow citizens. He stops at nothing to alert public opinion. His subversive activities bring him nothing but trouble, and when he reunites with his childhood friend Me Martineau, his descent into hell...
Two Women | Opening Night
6:30 pm | RED CARPET Join us at 6:30 p.m. to walk the Red Carpet in the company of actors and members of the film’s cast and crew : Catherine Léger Karine Gonthier-Hyndman Laurence Lebœuf Mani Soleymanlou Juliette Gariépy 7:00 pm | OPENING FILM Two Women Directed by Chloé Robichaud, scripted by Catherine Léger, based...
Projection Du point de vue de… | Courts métrages
From the point of view of Sylvie Van Brabant, co-founder of Productions Rapide-Blanc. The Conseil de la culture de l’Estrie (CCE)’s commission Arts médiatiques, cinéma et vidéo is offering Sylvie Van Brabant, co-founder of Productions Rapide-Blanc, the role of curator for a special evening highlighting local filmmaking. She will select a program of short films...
Pocket Films Screening – School Tournament
Come and discover Quebec’s secondary schools’ talent and creativity. The FCMS Concours Pocket Film – Tournoi des écoles invited participants to make a micro short film (between 1 and 4 minutes long) on the theme Contrast. In each participating school, an internal jury selected three films, including one winner, to represent their school at the...
Ma Terre d’Accueil
Ma Terre d’Accueil is a video-dance exploring the immigration journey of a woman from South America. Carrying a bag full of stories and memories, she enters a new country, facing the challenges and transformations that await her. The video follows her journey from her native warmth to the extreme cold of a new land, illustrating how she must tame not only a new climate, but also a new language, a new culture, and even winter darkness. Through this artistic work, the viewer is invited to share the profound experience of immigration, to feel the emotions, challenges and joys of this process, and to discover how the beauty and strength of the Earth can become a source of inspiration and moral support for those who undertake this journey. Ma Terre d’Accueil captures the essence that lives on in this woman beyond physical and cultural change, illustrating the resilience and transformation that accompany the act of entering a new place. Canadian premiere Presented as part of the Soirée estrienne. See the activity for details and to purchase tickets.
Ils étaient
Returning from another day at work, Edouard did not expect to be plunged into the roots of his own mystery. Not recommended for young children. Presented as part of the Soirée estrienne. See the activity for details and to purchase tickets.
The Wait
A woman arrives at a remote cottage by the sea. Inside, she finds a note for her on the table… The wait begins as time slips away, unbearably slowly. This poetic ode to the sea then becomes a catharsis for this woman who struggles with her shadows to regain her personal power. Canadian premiere Presented...