Caffè Italia, Montréal

Overview
Cast & Crew
Production House

The Plot

Using archival documents, fictions, current accounts, and excerpts from a theatrical creation, Paul Tana paints a nuanced portrait of the Italians of Montreal. From the first waves of immigration at the beginning of the century to the men and women taken to a prisoner of war camps during World War II, to the hardships and joys of building vibrant lives in Montréal. Caffè Italia Montréal chronicles a significant chapter in Canada’s history.

Run Time

1h 21m

Genre

Documentary, History

Release Date

19 Sep 1985

Country

Canada

Language

English, French, Italian

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