Referendum: Take 2
Originally released in 1996. Referendum: Take 2 is a documentary film. directed by Stéphane Drolet. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Josh Freed, Charles Taylor, and Matthew Coon Come
Synopsis
October, 1995. The most important political event in recent Canadian history, the Quebec vote on sovereignty, is about to unfold. During the tense days leading up to the referendum for independence, 23 filmmakers from the NFB's English and French documentary studios take their cameras into the streets and homes of Quebeckers. Culled from 250 hours of footage, Referendum is an emotional portrait of a profoundly divided society. In a collage of powerful moments, the video recaptures the emotions of that time and measures them against today's political agenda. Implicit is the question: What next?
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Referendum: Take 2 about?
October, 1995. The most important political event in recent Canadian history, the Quebec vote on sovereignty, is about to unfold. During the tense days leading up to the referendum for independence...
Who directed Referendum: Take 2?
Referendum: Take 2 was directed by Stéphane Drolet.
How long is Referendum: Take 2?
Referendum: Take 2 has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was Referendum: Take 2 released?
Referendum: Take 2 was released on March 25, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Referendum: Take 2?
The main cast of Referendum: Take 2 includes Josh Freed, Charles Taylor, Matthew Coon Come, Bernard Landry, Jean Chrétien.