Morning on the Lièvre (1961)
This short film offers a picturesque tour through the maple-wooded hills alongside Québec's Lièvre River in autumn to the accompaniment of acclaimed poet Archibald Lampman’s poem Morning on the Lièvre. Trees are ablaze with colour, and their splendor is reflected in the mirrored surfaces of the water, offering a glimpse of the landscape Lampman knew so well through the poet’s eyes and words. Lampman’s poem is read by broadcaster and poet George Whalley, with accompanying score by composer Eldon Rathburn.
Director: David Bairstow
Genre: Adventure
Runtime: 13 min
Release Date: June 1, 1961
Cast
- George Whalley - Narrator
Music: Eldon Rathburn
Cinematography: Grant Crabtree
Editing: David Bairstow
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
Themes
Kayak Challenge on the Wild River, Canyoneering and River Adventures
Keywords
poetry, river, quebec
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Morning on the Lièvre about?
- This short film offers a picturesque tour through the maple-wooded hills alongside Québec's Lièvre River in autumn to the accompaniment of acclaimed poet Archibald Lampman’s poem Morning on the Lièvre. Trees are ablaze with colour, and their splendor is reflected in the mirrored surfaces of the water, offering a glimpse of the landscape Lampman knew so well through the poet’s eyes and words. Lampman’s poem is read by broadcaster and poet George Whalley, with accompanying score by composer Eldon Rathburn.
- Who directed Morning on the Lièvre?
- Morning on the Lièvre was directed by David Bairstow.
- Who stars in Morning on the Lièvre?
- Morning on the Lièvre stars George Whalley.
- How long is Morning on the Lièvre?
- Morning on the Lièvre has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
- What genre is Morning on the Lièvre?
- Morning on the Lièvre is a Adventure film.
- Where was Morning on the Lièvre produced?
- Morning on the Lièvre was produced in Canada.
- What are the themes of Morning on the Lièvre?
- The themes of Morning on the Lièvre include: Kayak Challenge on the Wild River, Canyoneering and River Adventures.