Our American Dream
"A forgotten history. A rediscovered identity. A dream still alive."
Released 2 years ago in 2024. Our American Dream is a documentary/history film. directed by Mathieu Fournier. At just 52 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jean-Michel Dufaux, Biz, and John A. Cooper
Synopsis
From Detroit to Manchester and Boston, countless American towns, streets, and rivers bear French names. But why? Notre rêve américain follows rapper Biz and globe-trotter Jean-Michel Dufaux as they trace the forgotten stories of French Canadians who helped shape American history. Through interviews, archival footage, and on-the-ground exploration, the film uncovers a legacy erased from mainstream narratives — and calls for a renewed connection to this cultural heritage.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 23, 2024
1 year ago
Runtime
0h 52m
52 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Director
Top Cast
Jean-Michel Dufaux
as Host & Globe-Trotter
Biz
as Writer & Rapper
John A. Cooper
as Historian, Detroit
Guillaume Teasdale
as History Professor, University of Windsor
Jean-François Nadeau
as Historian & Journalist
Médérik Sioui
as Historian
Claire-Marie Brisson
as Harvard Professor of Francophone Studies
David Vermette
as French-American Author & Researcher
Robert Perreault
as Professor, Saint Anselm College
Jesse Martineau
as Host, French-Canadian Legacy Podcast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Our American Dream about?
From Detroit to Manchester and Boston, countless American towns, streets, and rivers bear French names. But why? Notre rêve américain follows rapper Biz and globe-trotter Jean-Michel Dufaux as t...
Who directed Our American Dream?
Our American Dream was directed by Mathieu Fournier.
How long is Our American Dream?
Our American Dream has a runtime of 0 hours and 52 minutes (52 minutes total).
When was Our American Dream released?
Our American Dream was released on September 23, 2024 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Our American Dream?
The main cast of Our American Dream includes Jean-Michel Dufaux, Biz, John A. Cooper, Guillaume Teasdale, Jean-François Nadeau.