Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland (1980)
Newfoundland painter Gerald Squires has referred to his portraits as "confrontations," though not intending the hostility that word can convey. This film shows a meeting between the artist and Edythe Goodridge, art curator and critic. Through a combination of Squires's reflections on his life and work and the good-natured banter of these two friends, an intimate portrait evolves of the artist and his subject.
Director: Léonard Forest
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 26 min
Release Date: January 1, 1980
Cast
- Gerald Squires - Self
- Edythe Goodridge - Self
Music: Gerry Strong, Eric West
Editing: Polly Bennell
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
painting, artist, artwork, art, portrait, paint
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland about?
- Newfoundland painter Gerald Squires has referred to his portraits as "confrontations," though not intending the hostility that word can convey. This film shows a meeting between the artist and Edythe Goodridge, art curator and critic. Through a combination of Squires's reflections on his life and work and the good-natured banter of these two friends, an intimate portrait evolves of the artist and his subject.
- Who directed Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland?
- Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland was directed by Léonard Forest.
- Who stars in Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland?
- Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland stars Gerald Squires, Edythe Goodridge.
- How long is Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland?
- Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland has a runtime of 26m (26 minutes).
- What genre is Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland?
- Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland is a Documentary film.
- Where was Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland produced?
- Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland was produced in Canada.