Sails Lowered and Safe Harbour
movie

Released June 01, 1983
Genres:
Overview
Pierre Perrault takes Stéphane-Albert Boulais (from 'The Bright Beast', one of his films) to discover Saint-Malo and Jacques Cartier, in preparation for the 450th anniversary of the discovery of Canada (1534-1984). City tour with guide. Examination of Cartier's "Relations" and testimonies from the life of Falklands sailors, in an attempt to reconstruct his journey, his life, his time. Dialogue across the Atlantic between Saint-Malo and Île-aux-Coudres, the discoverer's mooring place. Who was Cartier? Who does it belong to? The discussion is open.
Origin Country
Canada
Original Language
French
Original Title
Les voiles bas et en travers
Status
Released
Production Countries
- Canada
Spoken Languages
- Français (French)
Production Companies

ONF | NFB
Canada
Cast
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