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Deep Dive: The Mighty River (1993)

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The Mighty River
The Mighty River is an animated short film directed by Frédéric Back, released in 1993. It portrays the St. Lawrence River, emphasizing its natural beauty while addressing the environmental threats posed by human negligence. The film serves as a visual commentary on the importance of preserving this vital waterway and the ecosystems it supports. The film's English version features narration by Donald Sutherland, while the French version is narrated by Paul Hébert. It premiered at the 1993 Annecy International Animation Film Festival and was primarily distributed as a television special in Canada, broadcast in both French and English. The film was the last project Back worked on before the closure of the animation department at Société Radio-Canada.

Why Watch

  • •See the stunning visuals of the St. Lawrence River.
  • •Find out about environmental threats to the river.
  • •Meet Frédéric Back, a notable Canadian animator.

Did You Know

•The Mighty River premiered at the 1993 Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
•The film was released in English and French versions, narrated by Donald Sutherland and Paul Hébert, respectively.
•Frédéric Back released a book version of the film in 1995.

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Environmental advocatesAnimation enthusiastsCanadian history buffs