Four ex-convicts work at a sawmill in Roberval, Quebec, as they transition from prison life over a six-month period.
“A documentary which shows us how four detainees are dealing with the end of their prison sentence, in a sawmill.”
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Four ex-convicts work at a sawmill in Roberval, Quebec, as they transition from prison life over a six-month period.
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Synopsis
Samuel, Pierrot, Fred, and Steve work at a sawmill in Roberval, Quebec, as they approach the end of their prison sentences. Over six months, they engage with instructors and psychotherapists, confronting their hopes and fears about life after incarceration. The film captures their candid discussions and personal struggles, questioning whether a factory job can aid their reintegration into society. Directed by Nicolas Lévesque, The Free Ones offers an intimate portrait of their journeys toward freedom and redemption.
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Why Watch
- Meet ex-convicts adjusting to life after prison.
- See how they work at a sawmill in Quebec.
- Find out about their personal stories and struggles.
Did You Know
- The Free Ones is directed by Nicolas Lévesque.
- The film premiered at the 2020 Montreal International Documentary Festival.
- It received two Canadian Screen Award nominations in 2021.
- The film is set in Roberval, Quebec, at a sawmill.
- The original short film was named one of Canada's Top Ten in 2015.
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Who directed The Free Ones?
The Free Ones was directed by Nicolas Lévesque.
What year was The Free Ones released?
The Free Ones was released in 2020.
Where did The Free Ones premiere?
The Free Ones premiered at the 2020 Montreal International Documentary Festival.
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