John and Michael
Synopsis
A gentle tale of love told in halting words. A film about healing after profound loss. John and Michael pays homage to two men with Down's syndrome who shared an intimate and profoundly loving relationship that deeply affected the filmmaker. Animated with clay backlit on glass, the film shimmers like stained glass in motion. Narrator Brian Davis, also intellectually challenged, brings the men alive with great sensitivity. The audience shares in the various emotions that infuse their everyday living. John and Michael, by its artistry, rises above society's traditional ideas around disability, sexuality and death. When the heart is touched, differences melt. Love is what defines humanity.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shira Avni
- Original Score
- Karla Schickele, Daniel Littleton
- Original Title
- John and Michael
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shira Avni
Karla Schickele, Daniel Littleton
David Verrall, Michael Fukushima, Shira Avni
Department Leadership Roster
Karla Schickele
Original Music Composer
Daniel Littleton
Original Music Composer
Shira Avni
Director
Michael Fukushima
Producer
Shira Avni
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About John and Michael
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What is John and Michael about?
A gentle tale of love told in halting words. A film about healing after profound loss. John and Michael pays homage to two men with Down's syndrome who shared an intimate and profoundly loving relationship that deeply affected the filmmaker. Animated with clay backlit on glass, the film shimmers like stained glass in motion. Narrator Brian Davis, also intellectually challenged, brings the men alive with great sensitivity. The audience shares in the various emotions that infuse their everyday living. John and Michael, by its artistry, rises above society's traditional ideas around disability, sexuality and death. When the heart is touched, differences melt. Love is what defines humanity.
Who directed John and Michael?
John and Michael was directed by Shira Avni.
Who stars in John and Michael?
The principal cast of John and Michael includes Brian Davis.
When was John and Michael released and how long is it?
John and Michael was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 10m.
Who composed the musical score for John and Michael?
The original motion picture soundtrack for John and Michael was composed by Karla Schickele, Daniel Littleton.