Movies by Gaston Lepage

Silver Rivers

Silver Rivers

In 2001, the government of Quebec announced a new program to issue permits for the construction of private hydroelectric dams at specific sites. Upset, the population took things into their own hands and decided to act. Citizens formed collectives to protect their waterways, among the most beautiful in the province. This documentary follows several artist and citizen groups who led a crusade to force the Québec government to abandon private hydro-electrical production. It is a thorough inquiry on the environmental impact and other repercussi...

Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo

A Montreal man imagines a mermaid in place of the writer whose picture appears on a novel.

The Rooster of St. Victor

The Rooster of St. Victor

In this fun family comedy, a village rooster's punctual (and loud!) crowing keeps everyone awake until a group of sleepy locals hatch a scheme to get rid of him.

Cordélia

Cordélia

In a little village at the end of the 1890's, a young woman offends all the 'right-thinking' villagers by allowing men in her house in the absence of her husband. When he is found dead, all of the suspicion is directed towards the liberal woman. She is judged more for her morality then for the crime she is accused of. Her culpability is still a subject of debate today.

Score

Score

Audrey and David wash their dirty linen in public while debating the question : "How much is too much?"

Poverty and Other Delights

Poverty and Other Delights

Marcel and Joseph are tireless walkers. Their itinerary is an invitation to discover improbable places and fascinating people. Everlastingly looking for Stanley, Marcel’s only friend, they meet an unlikely crowd of extravagant characters. Each has a story to tell, his hope to share.

Marie-Soleil et Jean-Claude: au-delà des étoiles

Marie-Soleil et Jean-Claude: au-delà des étoiles

A tribute to Marie-Soleil Tougas and Jean-Claude Lauzon, 25 years after their tragic accident.