Simply Johanne (2024)
Overview
Abandoned on the doorstep of a Montreal orphanage, Johanne Harrelle eventually rose to prominence as a gifted artist, actress, and one of North America's first Black models. Simply Johanne deftly explores her complex and audacious life through archival footage, interviews with loved ones and performances of her writings by three contemporary actresses. The film chronicles the journey of a magnetic and passionate woman who defied the expectations of her time.
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| Budget | $0.00 |
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| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | fr |
| Popularity | 10.956 |
Directed By
Nadine Valcin
Crew
Nadine Valcin
Ania Jamila
Josiane Blanc
Nadine Valcin
Philippe Lavalette
Katharine Asals
Jacques Kuba-Seguin
Nadine Valcin
Yves Bisaillon
Alex Guèvremont
Tony Manolikakis
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