Michel Marlétaz, Cooper (1988)

Michel Marlétaz lives in Les Echenards, a seven-person hamlet without an access road. After a bad car accident left him injured, he had to find a new livelihood, and so he learned the cooper's trade in classes set up for mountain farmers. He now makes his living from the manufacture of small wooden ware, like pots, spoons, butter churns, buckets, and milking pails. Marlétaz is the only cooper left who knows how to make the large butter churns used in the high Summer pastures. In November, he cuts the wood he will need - elm, spruce, cherry wood - then, during the Winter season, he makes the pieces he will deliver in the Summer.

Director: Jacqueline Veuve
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 30 min
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Country: Switzerland
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

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What is Michel Marlétaz, Cooper about?
Michel Marlétaz lives in Les Echenards, a seven-person hamlet without an access road. After a bad car accident left him injured, he had to find a new livelihood, and so he learned the cooper's trade in classes set up for mountain farmers. He now makes his living from the manufacture of small wooden ware, like pots, spoons, butter churns, buckets, and milking pails. Marlétaz is the only cooper left who knows how to make the large butter churns used in the high Summer pastures. In November, he cuts the wood he will need - elm, spruce, cherry wood - then, during the Winter season, he makes the pieces he will deliver in the Summer.
Who directed Michel Marlétaz, Cooper?
Michel Marlétaz, Cooper was directed by Jacqueline Veuve.
Who stars in Michel Marlétaz, Cooper?
Michel Marlétaz, Cooper stars Michel Marlétaz.
How long is Michel Marlétaz, Cooper?
Michel Marlétaz, Cooper has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
What genre is Michel Marlétaz, Cooper?
Michel Marlétaz, Cooper is a Documentary film.
Where was Michel Marlétaz, Cooper produced?
Michel Marlétaz, Cooper was produced in Switzerland.