My Father
Synopsis
This short documentary is a tribute to the unknown father. Emerging filmmaker Danic Champoux poses the question "How many men still have to uproot themselves and leave their families to get work?" as he sets out to search for his own father. He wonders about these men who are labourers, itinerants, and mostly nameless, but who are all exemplary providers. But at what cost? This film was produced as part of the Libres Courts collection of first-time documentary shorts.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Danic Champoux
- Original Title
- My Father
- Release Date
- 01/01/2000
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Danic Champoux
André Gladu
Department Leadership Roster
André Gladu
Producer
Danic Champoux
Director
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What is My Father about?
This short documentary is a tribute to the unknown father. Emerging filmmaker Danic Champoux poses the question "How many men still have to uproot themselves and leave their families to get work?" as he sets out to search for his own father. He wonders about these men who are labourers, itinerants, and mostly nameless, but who are all exemplary providers. But at what cost? This film was produced as part of the Libres Courts collection of first-time documentary shorts.
Who directed My Father?
My Father was directed by Danic Champoux.
Who stars in My Father?
The principal cast of My Father includes Not specified.
When was My Father released and how long is it?
My Father was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 26m.