History · Canada · 1962 · 28m

Louis-Hippolyte Lafontaine

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Director

Pierre Patry

Cast

Jean Coutu as Louis-Hippolyte Lafontaine Len Birman as Jean Gascon as

Crew

Lise Lavallée — Writer Pierre Patry — Writer Bernard Devlin — Producer

Synopsis

This short film offers a glimpse into the life of Louis Hippolyte Lafontaine, the Chief Justice who died prematurely but left French Canada a legacy of political freedom. Shot entirely in Montreal, the film begins on the day of his death, and flashes back to tense moments throughout his life. French with English subtitles.

Key Collaborators

Pierre Patry Director Lise Lavallée Writer Pierre Patry Writer Bernard Devlin Producer

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