Summary A documentary about a hidden story of Canadian history: The one of Angelique, a Black slave accused of burning Montreal in 1734. After an epic trial, Angelique is tortured and sentenced to death. But was she really guilty or was she the victim of a bigger conspiracy? Why this voluntary amnesia about this unknown page of history? The film includes interviews with historians who not only talk about Angelique but also about this general refusal to admit that slavery is part of Canadian history. Also, some key scenes of Angelique's existence are illustrated by reenactments played by professional actors. View more details
Directed : Ayana O'Shun
Written : Ayana O'Shun Bianca Bellange
Stars : Guillaume Cyr Sounia Balha Denyse Beaugrand-Champagne Daniel Desputeau
Genres : Thriller Drama History Documentary
Release date : Aug 30, 2010
Countries of origin : Canada
Official sites : Official site Official site
Language : French
Filming locations : Montréal, Québec, Canada
Production companies : Bel Ange Moon Productions
Summary A documentary about a hidden story of Canadian history: The one of Angelique, a Black slave accused of burning Montreal in 1734. After an epic trial, Angelique is tortured and sentenced to death. But was she really guilty or was she the victim of a bigger conspiracy? Why this voluntary amnesia about this unknown page of history? The film includes interviews with historians who not only talk about Angelique but also about this general refusal to admit that slavery is part of Canadian history. Also, some key scenes of Angelique's existence are illustrated by reenactments played by professional actors. View more details
Genres : Thriller Drama History Documentary
Release date : Aug 30, 2010
Countries of origin : Canada
Official sites : Official site Official site
Language : French
Filming locations : Montréal, Québec, Canada
Production companies : Bel Ange Moon Productions