Mesnak
Originally released in 2011. Mesnak is a drama film. directed by Yves Sioui Durand.
Starring Victor Andres Trelles Turgeon, Eve Ringuette, and Marco Collin
Synopsis
Dave, an urban aboriginal in his early twenties, is a Montreal actor. His adoption at the age of 3 has erased all memory of his Native culture. When he receives his first-ever contact with his biological mother through a photo in the mail, Dave leaves for Kinogamish, the reserve where he was born. The reunion does not unfold as expected and Dave becomes disoriented, confronted with a world that seems hostile and foreign. His unplanned return to this desolate community causes upheavals and chain reactions, while dredging up a painful past scarred by secrets and lies.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 11, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
3.8/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Budget
$2.3M
Production budget
Language
French
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
- Budget
- $2,300,000
Production Companies
- Kunakan Productions
- Les Films de l'Isle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mesnak about?
Dave, an urban aboriginal in his early twenties, is a Montreal actor. His adoption at the age of 3 has erased all memory of his Native culture. When he receives his first-ever contact with his biol...
Who directed Mesnak?
Mesnak was directed by Yves Sioui Durand.
How long is Mesnak?
Mesnak has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Mesnak released?
Mesnak was released on November 11, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mesnak?
The main cast of Mesnak includes Victor Andres Trelles Turgeon, Eve Ringuette, Marco Collin, Kathia Rock, Marco Poulin.