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Smaragdin

  1. Overview
  2. Fact Sheet

An experimental work based on a poem by Lucile Durand (who will later be responsible for some important Quebecoise feminist literature under the pseudonym Louky Bersianik). Sensual and symbolist, this passionate film was shot during Jean Letarte's time at the Maison des étudiants canadiens in Paris in the late 1950s. It took part in the first Annecy Festival official competition in 1960.

The film

  • Film identity

    Original title: Smaragdin

    Directed by: Jean LETARTE

    Country: Canada

    Year of production: 1960

    Running time: 16 min

  • Technique

    Category: Short films

    Techniques used:

    Process: Black and white

    Target public: All audiences

  • Credits

    Directed by: Jean LETARTE

    Based on: "Smaragdin", Lucile DURAND

    Music: Bruce MATHER

    Voice: Marcel SABOURIN