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Jutra is a Canadian short documentary film directed by Marie-Josée Saint-Pierre, released in 2014. The film presents a portrait of influential Quebec filmmaker Claude Jutra, using a unique format where Jutra acts as both the interviewer and the interviewee. This structure allows for an intimate exploration of his thoughts and experiences, blending live action with animation to create a visually engaging narrative.
The film premiered at the Saguenay International Short Film Festival in March 2014 and was later screened at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival in the Director's Fortnight stream. Jutra received critical acclaim, winning the Canadian Screen Award for Best Short Documentary Film at the 3rd Canadian Screen Awards and the Prix Jutra for Best Animated Short Film at the 17th Jutra Awards.
Why Watch
- •Meet Claude Jutra, a key figure in Quebec cinema.
- •See a blend of live action and animation.
- •Find out about Jutra's impact on filmmaking.
Did You Know
•Jutra won the Canadian Screen Award for Best Short Documentary Film in 2015.
•The film premiered at the Saguenay International Short Film Festival in March 2014.
•Jutra was screened at the 2014 Cannes Film Festival.
•The film has a duration of 13 minutes.
Perfect For
Quebec cinema enthusiastsShort documentary fansAnimation lovers