Such a Simple Game(1964)
Un jeu si simple
Such a Simple Game Synopsis
This short 1964 documentary depicts the national sport of French Canadians: hockey. Seen "from the inside" this seemingly simple game turns out to be not so simple. Hockey is dream of mythic proportions that mirrors the aspirations of an entire people. Its heroes are national figures. At the Montreal Forum, there is total symbiosis between the crowd and the Habs. In 1955, idol Maurice Richard is suspended for striking a referee. The people take to the streets in unison and the riots begin... - NFB
Such a Simple Game (1964) is a documentary film directed by Gilles Groulx, released on January 1, 1964 with a runtime of 28m. It stars Henri Richard, Bernard 'Boom Boom' Geoffrion, Jean-Guy Talbot and Gilles Tremblay. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Gilles Groulx
- Writers:
- Marcel Dubé
- Producers:
- Jacques Bobet
- Cinematographer:
- Jean-Claude Labrecque
- Production:
- ONF | NFB
- Status:
- Released
Such a Simple Game Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Gilles Groulx, written by Marcel Dubé, produced by Jacques Bobet.
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Such a Simple Game Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 9.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Who stars in Such a Simple Game?
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The main cast of Such a Simple Game (1964) includes Henri Richard, Bernard 'Boom Boom' Geoffrion, Jean-Guy Talbot and Gilles Tremblay. The film was directed by Gilles Groulx. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Such a Simple Game released?
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Such a Simple Game was released on January 1, 1964 and runs for 28m.
Is Such a Simple Game worth watching?
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Such a Simple Game (1964) holds an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.