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Once upon a Hunt

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This feature film is the story of three men and a boy who leave the city for the bush and a three-day hunt. For the hunters escaping the routine of daily life and work, the hunt is a move towards freedom. And above all, it is a chance to prove their virility in conquering the wild. Their attempts end in failure and tragedy. Preview before screening for a general audience. Dubbed English version.

1972, 97 min 45 s

  • Directed by
    Francis Mankiewicz
  • Produced by
    Pierre Gauvreau
  • Production Agency
    National Film Board of Canada
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Le temps d'une chasse

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Etrog - Special Jury Award given to Francis Mankiewicz
Genie Awards
October 15 1972, Toronto - Canada

Etrog for Best Cinematography to Michel Brault
Genie Awards
October 15 1972, Toronto - Canada

Etrog for Best Overall Sound to Claude Hazanavicius
Genie Awards
October 15 1972, Toronto - Canada

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