The Shimmering Beast

synopsis

An example of the late decline of direct cinema. What seems to be a record of a traditional Canadian elk hunt is in reality a journey into the Canadian soul. A masterfully filmed portrait of friends is a waiting for Godot as well as a psychoanalytic dive. The mythical creature becomes a catalyst for interpersonal relationships. 

biography

Pierre Perrault (1927-1999) came to film through his work as a radio announcer. He put his experiences with sound and voice to good use when filming with synchronized sound. With his films, he supported the national self-consciousness of the Québecois.

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