Poverty and Other Delights
Joyeux Calvaire
Synopsis
Marcel and Joseph are tireless walkers. Their itinerary is an invitation to discover improbable places and fascinating people. Everlastingly looking for Stanley, Marcel’s only friend, they meet an unlikely crowd of extravagant characters. Each has a story to tell, his hope to share.
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Lorne Brass
Stanley
Gaston Lepage
Marcel
Benoît Brière
Joseph
André Melançon
Armand
Patrice Dubois
Son petit chien
Jean-Louis Martin
Lupien
Norman Helms
Le concierge
René Pothier
L'homme à la tuque
Luc Senay
Le fou répétitif
Richard Fréchette
Le gérant du cinéma
Mark Camacho
Le gardien de la gare
Josée Beaulieu
La folle du métro
René Richard Cyr
Roland-aux-culottes
Ellen David
Pénitente de l'Oratoire
Dawn Ford
Pénitente de l'Oratoire
Annie Juneau
La fille d'Amsterdam
Chantal Baril
Germaine
François Dompierre
L'organiste
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Denys Arcand
- Screenplay & Story
- Claire Richard
- Original Score
- Yves Laferrière
- Original Title
- Joyeux Calvaire
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Cinémaginaire
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Denys Arcand
Claire Richard
Yves Laferrière
Guy Dufaux
Department Leadership Roster
Denys Arcand
Director
Guy Dufaux
Director of Photography
Yves Laferrière
Original Music Composer
Claire Richard
Writer
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What is Poverty and Other Delights about?
Marcel and Joseph are tireless walkers. Their itinerary is an invitation to discover improbable places and fascinating people. Everlastingly looking for Stanley, Marcel’s only friend, they meet an unlikely crowd of extravagant characters. Each has a story to tell, his hope to share.
Who directed Poverty and Other Delights?
Poverty and Other Delights was directed by Denys Arcand.
Who stars in Poverty and Other Delights?
The principal cast of Poverty and Other Delights includes Lorne Brass, Gaston Lepage, Benoît Brière, André Melançon, Patrice Dubois.
When was Poverty and Other Delights released and how long is it?
Poverty and Other Delights was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Poverty and Other Delights?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Poverty and Other Delights was composed by Yves Laferrière.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Poverty and Other Delights?
Poverty and Other Delights holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.