2 pouces en haut de la carte
To coincide with the release of Mark Foss's novel, which delves into an unfinished film by Michka Saäl (1951-2017), we're showcasing one of her iconic films. Additionally, we'll be screening 2 pouces en haut de la carte, with directors Daniel Le Saulnier and Jacques Augustin in attendance.
In the presence of the filmmakers, Daniel Le Saunier and Jacques Augustin
A plunge into the summer of 1974 among the underground youth of Baie-Comeau and Hauterive. Searching for their place in industrial society and the job market, many young people try to find their way and break their isolation through artistic creation. The Saint-Jean festival offers them a platform to express themselves and shake up the established order.
Daniel Le Saunier
Daniel Le Saulnier is an independent Quebecois director and producer from Baie-Comeau. He is known for the films 2 pouces en haut de la carte (1976) and Le temps de la Manic (1980).
Jacques Augustin
Jacques Augustin is a Quebecois director and cinematographer. He is known for the film 2 pouces en haut de la carte (1976). He also worked on Micheline Guertin's film Les voisins (1987).