Mabel
Synopsis
Feisty, fiercely independent and firmly rooted in place, 90 year-old Mabel Robinson broke barriers back in the 40s when she became the first woman in Hubbards, Nova Scotia, to launch her own business—a hairdressing salon where she still provides shampoo-n-sets over 70 years later. Weaving animation and archival imagery with intimate and laugh out loud moments in the salon, the film celebrates the power of friendship, doing what you love and staying active. With no desire to retire anytime soon, Mabel gives voice to a generation who are not front and center of cinema or the pop hairstyles of the day, and subtly shifts the lens on our perception of beauty and the elderly.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Teresa MacInnes
- Screenplay & Story
- Teresa MacInnes
- Original Score
- Judith Gruber-Stitzer
- Original Title
- Mabel
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Teresa MacInnes
Teresa MacInnes
Judith Gruber-Stitzer
Kent Nason
Teresa MacInnes
Annette Clarke
Department Leadership Roster
Teresa MacInnes
Director
Teresa MacInnes
Writer
Kent Nason
Director of Photography
Judith Gruber-Stitzer
Original Music Composer
Teresa MacInnes
Editor
Annette Clarke
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mabel
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What is Mabel about?
Feisty, fiercely independent and firmly rooted in place, 90 year-old Mabel Robinson broke barriers back in the 40s when she became the first woman in Hubbards, Nova Scotia, to launch her own business—a hairdressing salon where she still provides shampoo-n-sets over 70 years later. Weaving animation and archival imagery with intimate and laugh out loud moments in the salon, the film celebrates the power of friendship, doing what you love and staying active. With no desire to retire anytime soon, Mabel gives voice to a generation who are not front and center of cinema or the pop hairstyles of the day, and subtly shifts the lens on our perception of beauty and the elderly.
Who directed Mabel?
Mabel was directed by Teresa MacInnes.
Who stars in Mabel?
The principal cast of Mabel includes Mabel Robinson, Lola Ewing, Ruby Johnstone, Nellie Westhaver.
When was Mabel released and how long is it?
Mabel was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Mabel?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mabel was composed by Judith Gruber-Stitzer.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Mabel?
Mabel holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).