
Louis-Hippolyte Lafontaine
This short film offers a glimpse into the life of Louis Hippolyte Lafontaine, the Chief Justice who died prematurely but left French Canada a legacy of political freedom. Shot entirely in Montreal, the film begins on the day of his death, and flashes back to tense moments throughout his life. French with English subtitles.
- Year: 1962
- Country: Canada
- Genre: History
- Studio: ONF | NFB
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- Director: Pierre Patry
- Cast: Jean Coutu, Len Birman, Jean Gascon