A budget of $483,675 funded an analysis of the 1980 Quebec referendum, which saw the defeat of the sovereignty-association proposal.
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A budget of $483,675 funded an analysis of the 1980 Quebec referendum, which saw the defeat of the sovereignty-association proposal.
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Synopsis
Quebec's 1980 referendum on sovereignty-association serves as the backdrop for Denys Arcand's documentary. The film critiques the outcome, which saw the proposal defeated. It argues that many Québécois felt indifferent, swayed by prosperity and the tactics of federalist leaders. Promises made during the campaign are examined, revealing a disconnect between political rhetoric and public understanding. With a budget of $483,675, the film reflects on the political climate of the time and the implications of the referendum's result.
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Why Watch
- See Denys Arcand's take on the 1980 Quebec referendum.
- Find out why the referendum was seen as a failure of courage.
- Meet the federalist leaders who influenced public opinion.
Did You Know
- The 1980 Quebec referendum proposed 'sovereignty-association'.
- The film's budget was $483,675, about $1.6 million in 2025.
- Denys Arcand directed the documentary in 1982.
- The film critiques the influence of federalist leaders on the referendum outcome.
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What was the budget of Comfort and Indifference?
$483,675, which is equivalent to $1,604,433 in 2025.
What was the outcome of the 1980 Quebec referendum?
The referendum resulted in the defeat of 'sovereignty-association' as a first step to eventual secession from Canada.
Who directed the documentary Comfort and Indifference?
Denys Arcand directed the documentary.
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