The Memories of Angels

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.

Directed by Luc Bourdon

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Cast

Paul Anka

Self (archive footage)

Geneviève Bujold

Self (archive footage)

Oscar Peterson

Self (archive footage)

Igor Stravinsky

Self (archive footage)

Carol-Lynne Traynor

Caroline

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