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Louis-Hippolyte Lafontaine

Louis-Hippolyte Lafontaine

History

28m

January 1, 1962 (63 years ago)

Overview

This short film offers a glimpse into the life of Louis Hippolyte Lafontaine, the Chief Justice who died prematurely but left French Canada a legacy of political freedom. Shot entirely in Montreal, the film begins on the day of his death, and flashes back to tense moments throughout his life. French with English subtitles.

ActorAge thenAge now
Jean Coutu

Jean Coutu

Louis-Hippolyte Lafontaine

Birthday: March 31, 1925

36 November 1, 1999 (74)
Len Birman

Len Birman

-

Birthday: January 1, 1932

30 February 10, 2023 (91)
Jean Gascon

Jean Gascon

-

Birthday: December 21, 1920

41 April 13, 1988 (67)