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305 Bellechasse is a Canadian documentary directed by Maxime-Claude L'Écuyer, focusing on 305 rue de Bellechasse in Montreal, Quebec. This location, once a pasta factory, has been transformed into an artists' studio. The film captures the struggles of the tenants who are facing renoviction as the building has been sold to a real estate developer. The developer plans to convert the artists' studios into residential condominiums, highlighting the tension between artistic communities and real estate interests.
The documentary premiered at the Montreal International Festival of Films on Art in March 2022 and later had a wider commercial release in September 2022. With a runtime of 104 minutes, the film is presented in both English and French, reflecting the bilingual nature of its setting and audience.
Why Watch
- •See the impact of real estate development in Montreal.
- •Meet the artists facing renoviction from their studios.
- •Find out about the history of 305 rue de Bellechasse.
Did You Know
•The film was directed by Maxime-Claude L'Écuyer.
•305 Bellechasse premiered in March 2022 at a film festival.
•The building was originally a pasta factory before becoming an artists' studio.
•The film was released commercially in September 2022.
Perfect For
Montreal art sceneReal estate issuesDocumentary enthusiasts