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The Memories of Angels

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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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QuebecMontreal, CanadaVie Urbaine

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What is The Memories of Angels (2008) about?

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,…

Who stars in The Memories of Angels?

The Memories of Angels stars Paul Anka (Self (archive footage)), Geneviève Bujold (Self (archive footage)), Oscar Peterson (Self (archive footage)), Igor Stravinsky (Self (archive footage)), Carol-Lynne Traynor (Caroline). The film was directed by Luc Bourdon.

How long is The Memories of Angels?

The Memories of Angels has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2008.

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