Date(s)

Saturday,March 15, 20253 p.m.

Venue(s)

Musée McCord Stewart
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Single admission price: $15,15

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Part of the 43th edition of Festival International du Film sur l’Art

PREMIERE

Official Selection – Feature Film | Le FIFA 43 | 2025

 

Philippe Genty, French author and creator of contemporary theater productions, is now recognized as one of the greatest names in theater and visual arts. Filmmaker Andrés Varela, intrigued by this enigmatic figure, immerses us in Genty’s universe through an artist’s film, exploring his art, aesthetics, and humanity while striving to capture the very essence of his work. Beyond an intimate look at the creative process, this film serves as a source of inspiration for those who seek to turn life’s challenges into stepping stones toward new heights. Carefully filmed, this documentary offers a moving reflection on an artist’s resilience in the face of adversity, as even after a stroke, Genty refuses to abandon his work. His art captivates and reminds us that imagination is a powerful force capable of pushing the boundaries of reality.

 

In the presence of director Andrés Varela.

 

Duration: 68 minutes

Languages: French and English, with subtitles in French

Year: 2024

 

In the same session:

EURÊKA : ON VOULAIT FAIRE UN FILM DE SCIENCE-FICTION / L’ENFANT QUI RÊVE

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Andrés Varela détient une Licence en Arts du spectacle de l’Université de Nanterre-Paris X. Maîtrise de l’Université de Censier-Sorbonne-Paris III. Diplômé de l’École Municipale d’Art Dramatique de Montevideo (E.M.A.D). Il a donné des cours et des conférences sur la production, la distribution et la réalisation audiovisuelles, et a intégré plusieurs jurys dans des festivals et des fonds internationaux, en Colombie (ministère de l’Éducation, Pro Images, Cartagena), en Argentine, au Costa Rica, au Chili (San Fic, Fondo de Fomento), en Espagne, en France, entre autres.

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Credits

Director: Andrés Varela
Director of Photography: César Charlone
Music director: Luis Della Valle
Editing: Santiago Otheguy
Sound: Santiago Bednarik

 

In collaboration with Consulat général de France à Québec