The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau(1974)
Documentary about Indigenous Canadian painter Norval Morrisseau.
The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau Synopsis
In this revealing study of Norval Morrisseau, filmed as he works among the lakes and woodlands of his ancestors, we see a remarkable Indigenous artist who emerged from a life of obscurity in the North American bush to become one of Canada's most renowned painters. Morrisseau the man is much like his paintings: vital and passionate, torn between his Ojibway heritage and the influences of the white man's world.
The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau (1974) is a documentary film directed by Duke Redbird, released on January 1, 1974 with a runtime of 28m. It stars Norval Morrisseau, Jack Pollack and Shingoose.
- Director:
- Duke Redbird
- Writers:
- Bruce Martín, Duke Redbird
- Producers:
- Henning Jacobsen
- Cinematographer:
- Naohiko Kurita
- Status:
- Released
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Directed by Duke Redbird, written by Bruce Martín and Duke Redbird, produced by Henning Jacobsen.
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The main cast of The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau (1974) includes Norval Morrisseau, Jack Pollack and Shingoose. The film was directed by Duke Redbird. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
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The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau was released on January 1, 1974 and runs for 28m.
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