Le patro Le Prévost - 80 Years Later (1991)

Le patro Le Prévost - 80 Years Later

1991

Documentary

Synopsis

Alanis Obomsawin turns her lens to Le Patro Le Prévost, a recreational centre in the Villeray quarter of Montreal. On the eve of its 80th anniversary in 1989, Le Patro is a vital focal point in the predominantly working-class neighbourhood. Beloved by the many generations who use the facilities and partake in activities daily, Le Patro encourages a strong sense of togetherness through principles of cooperation, respect and sharing. Obomsawin presents a tender portrait of a neighbourhood of diverse residents and the community centre many of them consider a second home.

Credits

Director

Alanis Obomsawin

Crew

Jacques Avoine (Animation Director)

Lynda Pelley (Animation Director)

Jean-Pierre Lachapelle (Director of Photography)

Roger Rochat (Director of Photography)

Marrin Canell (Editor)

Colin Neale (Executive Producer)

Pierre Potvin (Music)

Alanis Obomsawin (Producer)