Feature1975·88m·8.0

Jean Carignan, Fiddler

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Man of the people, taxi driver, Jean Carignan is above all else one of the world's greatest violinists. In his hands reels become complex, intelligent creations, played with a virtuosity worthy of Paganni, and which continue the traditions of a genre passed on orally. A genre which has retained its popularity, and whose giants include Skinner, Coleman, Allard. Jean Carignan tackles their repertoire, as well as reaping the harvest of his exploration of Irish and Scottish musical traditions, which has made of him an internationally renowned specialist in Celtic music. This film is also a love story between an impoverished child and his violin, and provide a unique window into a remarkable era.

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Cast

Jean Carignan

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Paul Gosselin

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Benoit Bernier

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Léo Plamondon

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Arcade Gosselin

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Details

Status
Released
Original language
French
Languages
French
Budget
Revenue
Age rating
Quality
4K UHD · HDR10 · Dolby Vision
Production
ONF | NFB

Crew

Director

Bernard Gosselin

Bernard Gosselin

Director of Photography

Monique Fortier

Editor

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