Animated at the beginning, this film is a Christmas story of a girl and her grandmother, both lacemakers, living in rural Quebec in the 1880s. A Christmas bowl left for the Baby Jesus one Christmas Eve is taken by a thief who eventually repays his debt. The film embodies some elements of French-Canadian culture. Special appearance by Monique Mercure and Marcel Sabourin. Cast includes Michael Cote, Guylaine Croteau, Germaine Lemyre and Roger Garand. Story by Linda Sorensen. Suitable for upper primary level.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
506999
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Biculturalism - Canada
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Quebec (Province)
Childrens Films → Children 6-12
Childrens Films → Children's films - Canada
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Biculturalism - Canada
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)