Daniel the Weaver
Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of Daniel Robichaud, an Acadian weaver. Despite the challenges he faced in his recent battle against AIDS, Daniel discovered in the fabrics he weaves a new identity imbued with hope and resilience. Through his textiles, rich in the vibrant colors of his Acadian homeland, Daniel deeply connects to his roots, creating works that tell not only his personal story but also that of his community.
| Director | Julien Cadieux |
| Actor | L'équipe de Tënk |
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Daniel the Weaver is a touching short film about Daniel Robichaud. Born in Clare, Nova Scotia, Daniel leaves his village for Halifax, where he lives for 15 years. Back home, he returns to lobster fishing but is diagnosed with HIV. Unable to continue fishing, he turns to weaving to heal and express himself artistically. Through this documentary, Julien Cadieux highlights Daniel's resilience and the strength of acceptance within his Acadian community. The film celebrates human perseverance and the beauty of solidarity, showing how Daniel, despite his trials, finds new meaning in life through the art of weaving.
Catrine Drisdelle
Head of Operations
FICFA
Presented in collaboration with
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Français
10 mn
Language: Français -
English
10 mn
Language: English
- Année 2023
- Pays Canada
- Durée 10
- Producteur Bellefeuille Production
- Langue French
- Sous-titres English
- Résumé court Portrait of Daniel Robichaud, an HIV-positive Acadian weaver who found a form of resilience through his art.
- Mention festival La Vague Award for Best Acadian Short Film ACIC/ONF - FICFA 2023
Daniel the Weaver is a touching short film about Daniel Robichaud. Born in Clare, Nova Scotia, Daniel leaves his village for Halifax, where he lives for 15 years. Back home, he returns to lobster fishing but is diagnosed with HIV. Unable to continue fishing, he turns to weaving to heal and express himself artistically. Through this documentary, Julien Cadieux highlights Daniel's resilience and the strength of acceptance within his Acadian community. The film celebrates human perseverance and the beauty of solidarity, showing how Daniel, despite his trials, finds new meaning in life through the art of weaving.
Catrine Drisdelle
Head of Operations
FICFA
Presented in collaboration with
-
Français
Duration: 10 minutesLanguage: Français10 mn -
English
Duration: 10 minutesLanguage: English10 mn
- Année 2023
- Pays Canada
- Durée 10
- Producteur Bellefeuille Production
- Langue French
- Sous-titres English
- Résumé court Portrait of Daniel Robichaud, an HIV-positive Acadian weaver who found a form of resilience through his art.
- Mention festival La Vague Award for Best Acadian Short Film ACIC/ONF - FICFA 2023
