Franco American Library / Bibliothèque franco-américaine

Quittons Pour Mieux Vivre, Let's Leave for a Better Life : A Story of Franco-Americans in Maine

Item

Title

Quittons Pour Mieux Vivre, Let's Leave for a Better Life : A Story of Franco-Americans in Maine

Creator

Hyde School;Brunswick High School;Searles, James (project director);Tibbetts, Michelle (student project director);Best, Calvin (student project director)

Description

Dramatic student portrayal of French Canadian immigration to Maine at the beginning of the twentieth century. Contains scenes of family life in Quebec, dramatic reenactment of work in the mills of Maine, prayer and party in the United States, and various music and dance. Film adaptation of a stage production.

Date

1980

Language

English and français

Type

Film

Collection