The Snowshoers (1958)
This short documentary records the celebration and ritual surrounding a snowshoe competition in Sherbrooke in the late 1950s. The film marked the beginning of a new approach to reality in documentary and prefigures the trademark style of the NFB's newly formed French Unit. Today, "Les raquetteurs" is considered a precursor to the birth of direct cinema.
Top Cast
Maurice Richard
Himself (uncredited)
FAQ about The Snowshoers
What is The Snowshoers about?
This short documentary records the celebration and ritual surrounding a snowshoe competition in Sherbrooke in the late 1950s. The film marked the beginning of a new approach to reality in documentary and prefigures the trademark style of the NFB's newly formed French Unit.…
When was The Snowshoers released?
The Snowshoers was released in 1958.
What genres does The Snowshoers belong to?
The Snowshoers is categorised as Documentary.
Who stars in The Snowshoers?
The cast of The Snowshoers includes Maurice Richard.