The Memories of Angels

8.0
20081h 21m

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.

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Photo of Paul Anka

Paul Anka

Self (archive footage)

Photo of Geneviève Bujold

Geneviève Bujold

Self (archive footage)

Photo of Oscar Peterson

Oscar Peterson

Self (archive footage)

Photo of Igor Stravinsky

Igor Stravinsky

Self (archive footage)

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