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SHEPHERDS / Bergers (Cinema Francais) @ 2:00 PM
February 8 @ 2:00 pm to approx. 4:30 pm
$15.00
Mathyas, an aspiring writer, trades his life in Montreal as a young advertising executive for that of a shepherd in the South of France. But the road to his desired pastoral tranquillity is filled with hard work. A visit from Elise, a civil servant who boldly quit her job, gives Mathyas’ quest a new direction. Together, they embark on a transhumance. Facing the challenges of the mountains, with a herd to take care of, they will forge a new life for themselves.
Genre: Drama
Running Time: 113 minutes
Country: France / Canada
Language: French with English subtitles
Premiere:
Director: Sophie Deraspe
Writers: Sophie Deraspe | Mathyas Lefebure (based on a novel)
With the participation of Bruno Raffaelli and Aloïse Sauvage
International Sales: Pyramide
FESTIVALS & AWARDS:
Toronto International Film Festival – Special Presentation Best Canadian Feature Film Award
Vancouver International Film Festival – Showcase
Zurich International Film Festival – Gala Premieres
Cinémania – Prix du Rayonnement Air Canada
International Film Festival of India – International Competition
French Film Festival UK
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