Bittersweet Memories
Ma vie en cinémascope
Synopsis
1952, Québec - Alys Robi, vocalist at the top of her popularity and recognized worldwide, was interned in spite of herself, by her father. Medical authorities prescribe her the only cure for a possible cure: the lobotomy. Under the bright lights of the operating room, Alys sees her 28-year life flash before her eyes.
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Pascale Bussières
Alys Robi
Michel Barrette
Napoléon "Paulo" Robitaille
Serge Postigo
Oliver Guimond
Denis Bernard
Lucio Agostini
Noémie Yelle
Alys Roby, adolescente
Johanne-Marie Tremblay
Bertine Robitaille
Adèle Reinhardt
Rosanna
Lise Dion
Manda
Nathalie Mallette
Rose "La Poune" Ouellette
Chantal Baril
Juliette Pétrie
Normand Chouinard
Jean Grimaldi
Charles-André Bourassa
Gérard Robitaille
Ariel Gendron
Alys Robitaille, enfant
Martin Cloutier
Baloune
Tony Robinow
Agent d'Alys Robi
Jacques Girard
Arbitre lutte
Paul Doucet
Roy Maloin
Frédéric Desager
Le curé
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Denise Filiatrault
- Screenplay & Story
- Denise Filiatrault
- Original Score
- Jean Robitaille, Sébastien Robitaille
- Original Title
- Ma vie en cinémascope
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish, French, Latin
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Cinémaginaire, Société Radio-Canada, Super Écran, Téléfilm Canada, SODEC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Denise Filiatrault
Denise Filiatrault
Jean Robitaille, Sébastien Robitaille
Pierre Mignot
Daniel Louis, Denise Robert
Department Leadership Roster
Denise Filiatrault
Director
Jean Robitaille
Original Music Composer
Sébastien Robitaille
Original Music Composer
Pierre Mignot
Director of Photography
Denise Filiatrault
Screenplay
Daniel Louis
Producer
Denise Robert
Producer
Normand Sarrazin
Production Design
Denis Sperdouklis
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bittersweet Memories
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What is Bittersweet Memories about?
1952, Québec - Alys Robi, vocalist at the top of her popularity and recognized worldwide, was interned in spite of herself, by her father. Medical authorities prescribe her the only cure for a possible cure: the lobotomy. Under the bright lights of the operating room, Alys sees her 28-year life flash before her eyes.
Who directed Bittersweet Memories?
Bittersweet Memories was directed by Denise Filiatrault.
Who stars in Bittersweet Memories?
The principal cast of Bittersweet Memories includes Pascale Bussières, Michel Barrette, Serge Postigo, Denis Bernard, Noémie Yelle.
When was Bittersweet Memories released and how long is it?
Bittersweet Memories was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Bittersweet Memories?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bittersweet Memories was composed by Jean Robitaille, Sébastien Robitaille.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bittersweet Memories?
Bittersweet Memories holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).