The Memories of Angels

The Memories of Angels

1h 21m 8.0/10

Overview

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.

Director

Luc Bourdon

Top Billed Cast

Igor Stravinsky

Self (archive footage)

Geneviève Bujold

Geneviève Bujold

Self (archive footage)

Paul Anka

Paul Anka

Self (archive footage)

Oscar Peterson

Oscar Peterson

Self (archive footage)

Carol-Lynne Traynor

Caroline

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