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20229 minPGdoc-short

Adaptive Sports

Pushing Through

20229 minPGdoc-short

Nine minutes capture ice canoes gliding over the frozen St. Lawrence River in the harsh winter of Québec.

Adaptive Sports

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Geneviève Bélanger Genest

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Nine minutes capture ice canoes gliding over the frozen St. Lawrence River in the harsh winter of Québec.

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Geneviève Bélanger Genestdirector

Geneviève Bélanger Genestwriter

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Ice canoes glide across the frozen St. Lawrence River in Québec's winter. The film captures the determination of the paddlers as they navigate the ice floes. Each stroke of the oars creates a rhythm against the stark, cold backdrop. The documentary focuses on the physical challenges faced by the participants and the details of their environment. It presents a vivid portrayal of winter sports in a unique setting, lasting nine minutes.

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