On the Sea
Originally released in 1960. On the Sea is a documentary film. directed by René Bonnière. At just 29 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Three communities at the foot of the Charlevoix cliffs, Petite-Rivière, île-aux-Coudres and Les Éboulements, practise the myriad trades of the sea. Its men are sailors, stevedores, longshoremen for the coasting trade. In winter, they becomes caulkers, carpenters and timer-cutters who will build a new vessel if required, or repair, caulk and paint the over 150 wooden schooners that ply the St. Lawrence River.
Quick Facts
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is On the Sea about?
Three communities at the foot of the Charlevoix cliffs, Petite-Rivière, île-aux-Coudres and Les Éboulements, practise the myriad trades of the sea. Its men are sailors, stevedores, longshoremen ...
Who directed On the Sea?
On the Sea was directed by René Bonnière.
How long is On the Sea?
On the Sea has a runtime of 0 hours and 29 minutes (29 minutes total).
When was On the Sea released?
On the Sea was released on January 1, 1960 in theaters.