Québec 1603 - Samuel de Champlain

Québec 1603 - Samuel de Champlain

1964 · 15 min · ★ 9.5 · Documentary

The artwork of well-known Quebec animator Frédéric Back are used to tell the tale of Champlain’s life in New France – from his first explorations and settlement to his death in 1635. This is an edited version of his 28 minute short documentary on Champlain.

Directed by Denys Arcand · Written by Denys Arcand

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