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Deep Dive: My Father (2000)

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My Father
This documentary, directed by Danic Champoux in 2000, is a tribute to fathers who leave their families to find work. Champoux questions the impact of this sacrifice on family dynamics and the identity of these men, who often remain nameless yet serve as vital providers. The film is part of the Libres Courts collection, focusing on first-time documentary shorts. Through personal reflection, Champoux seeks to understand his own father's absence and the wider effects of labor migration. The film portrays the lives of laborers and itinerants, emphasizing their roles as providers while questioning the emotional and social costs associated with their work.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Danic Champoux's father through personal stories.
  • •See the lives of nameless laborers and their sacrifices.
  • •Find out about the impact of work on family relationships.

Did You Know

•The film has a runtime of 26 minutes.
•Danic Champoux is the director of this 2000 documentary.
•The documentary is part of the Libres Courts collection.

Perfect For

Labor migrationFamily dynamicsDocumentary shorts