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Simply Johanne
directed by Nadine Valcin
20241h 15m
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Abandoned on the doorstep of a Montreal orphanage, Johanne Harrelle eventually rose to prominence as a gifted artist, actress, and one of North America's first Black models. Simply Johanne deftly explores her complex and audacious life through archival footage, interviews with loved ones and performances of her writings by three contemporary actresses. The film chronicles the journey of a magnetic and passionate woman who defied the expectations of her time.
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Abla Osman
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Isoloy Katshingu
Danielle Ouimet
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Director
Nadine Valcin
Language
French
