The Invention of the Adolescent
Synopsis
This short documentary studies the fate reserved to young people through the ages. Drawing from paintings, archival footage and various other documents, the film demonstrates that during the 16th and 17th century, young people lived happily alongside their elders. This equilibrium was broken in the 19th century, when the defense of the young and the protection afforded by reformers and educators created the generation gap evident in Western society today. Will dialogue between society’s young and less young ever resume?
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Patricia Watson
- Screenplay & Story
- Patricia Watson
- Original Title
- The Invention of the Adolescent
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Patricia Watson
Patricia Watson
Jean-Claude Labrecque, Paul Leach
Arthur Lipsett
Guy Glover, Cecily Burwash
Department Leadership Roster
Patricia Watson
Director
Patricia Watson
Writer
Guy Glover
Producer
Cecily Burwash
Producer
Arthur Lipsett
Editor
Jean-Claude Labrecque
Director of Photography
Paul Leach
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is The Invention of the Adolescent about?
This short documentary studies the fate reserved to young people through the ages. Drawing from paintings, archival footage and various other documents, the film demonstrates that during the 16th and 17th century, young people lived happily alongside their elders. This equilibrium was broken in the 19th century, when the defense of the young and the protection afforded by reformers and educators created the generation gap evident in Western society today. Will dialogue between society’s young and less young ever resume?
Who directed The Invention of the Adolescent?
The Invention of the Adolescent was directed by Patricia Watson.
Who stars in The Invention of the Adolescent?
The principal cast of The Invention of the Adolescent includes Not specified.
When was The Invention of the Adolescent released and how long is it?
The Invention of the Adolescent was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 29m.