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8.0 / 10(7 votes)IMDb198515mCanada

The Time of the Buffoons

Le Temps des bouffons

“"This film belongs to everyone, it must circulate, like a bottle in the sea. Steal it, copy it, distribute it!" - Pierre Falardeau”

Synopsis

A short film created (and narrated) in 1985 by Québécois director Pierre Falardeau. It compares English rule in Ghana with Canadian dominance in Quebec by showing the 200th anniversary celebration of the Beaver Club of Montreal.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Pierre Falardeau
Screenplay & Story
Pierre Falardeau
Original Title
Le Temps des bouffons
Country of Origin
Canada
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
15m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Pierre Falardeau

Screenplay & Story

Pierre Falardeau

Producers

Pierre Falardeau

Department Leadership Roster

Pierre Falardeau

Pierre Falardeau

Writer

Pierre Falardeau

Pierre Falardeau

Director

Pierre Falardeau

Pierre Falardeau

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

CanadaG

General — Suitable for all ages.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Time of the Buffoons

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Time of the Buffoons about?

A short film created (and narrated) in 1985 by Québécois director Pierre Falardeau. It compares English rule in Ghana with Canadian dominance in Quebec by showing the 200th anniversary celebration of the Beaver Club of Montreal.

Who directed The Time of the Buffoons?

The Time of the Buffoons was directed by Pierre Falardeau.

Who stars in The Time of the Buffoons?

The principal cast of The Time of the Buffoons includes Pierre Falardeau, Francis Fox, Marc Lalonde, Bernard Lamarre, Roger D. Landry.

When was The Time of the Buffoons released and how long is it?

The Time of the Buffoons was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 15m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Time of the Buffoons?

The Time of the Buffoons holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).