The Rink
Patinoire
Synopsis
This short, silent film captures a Sunday afternoon at a community skating rink. Iconic Quebec director Gilles Carle has the camera follow toddlers learning to skate, young girls flashing their skates and boys decked out in the colours of their favourite hockey teams. A picture perfect moment on a bright winter's day.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Ann Arbor Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gilles Carle
- Original Score
- Claude Léveillée
- Original Title
- Patinoire
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gilles Carle
Claude Léveillée
Jean Roy, Georges Dufaux, Guy Borremans
Werner Nold
Jacques Bobet
Department Leadership Roster
Gilles Carle
Director
Jacques Bobet
Producer
Werner Nold
Editor
Jean Roy
Director of Photography
Georges Dufaux
Director of Photography
Guy Borremans
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Rink.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rink
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Rink about?
This short, silent film captures a Sunday afternoon at a community skating rink. Iconic Quebec director Gilles Carle has the camera follow toddlers learning to skate, young girls flashing their skates and boys decked out in the colours of their favourite hockey teams. A picture perfect moment on a bright winter's day.
Who directed The Rink?
The Rink was directed by Gilles Carle.
Who stars in The Rink?
The principal cast of The Rink includes Not specified.
When was The Rink released and how long is it?
The Rink was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 10m.
Who composed the musical score for The Rink?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Rink was composed by Claude Léveillée.