The Snowshoers(1958)
Les raquetteurs
The Snowshoers Synopsis
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.
The Snowshoers (1958) is a documentary film directed by Michel Brault, released on February 1, 1958 with a runtime of 15m. It stars Maurice Richard. Viewers rate it 5.7 out of 10 across 14 ratings.
- Director:
- Michel Brault
- Cinematographer:
- Michel Brault
- Production:
- ONF | NFB
- Status:
- Released
The Snowshoers Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Michel Brault.
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The Snowshoers Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.7/10 from 14 ratings.
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The Snowshoers – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Snowshoers?
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The main cast of The Snowshoers (1958) includes Maurice Richard. The film was directed by Michel Brault. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Snowshoers released?
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The Snowshoers was released on February 1, 1958 and runs for 15m.
Is The Snowshoers worth watching?
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The Snowshoers (1958) holds an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 from 14 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.