Les Borges

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This film takes a look at the Portuguese community of some 30,000 people settled in Montreal, focusing in particular on the family of Manuel Borges, who arrived in Quebec in 1967. It thus portrays, with nuance and sensitivity, the issues arising from the immigrant condition and shows how one learns to live in a country one wishes to make one’s own.

Director: Marilú Mallet
Runtime: 60 min

Screenplay

Editing: François Dupuis, Dominique Pinel
Language: Français
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Marilú Mallet

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Les Borges about?
This film takes a look at the Portuguese community of some 30,000 people settled in Montreal, focusing in particular on the family of Manuel Borges, who arrived in Quebec in 1967. It thus portrays, with nuance and sensitivity, the issues arising from the immigrant condition and shows how one learns to live in a country one wishes to make one’s own.
Who directed Les Borges?
Les Borges was directed by Marilú Mallet.
How long is Les Borges?
Les Borges has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).