HD The Snowshoers
This short documentary records the celebration and ritual surrounding a snowshoe competition in Sherbrooke in the late 1950s. The film marked the beginning of a new approach to reality in…
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This short documentary records the celebration and ritual surrounding a snowshoe competition in Sherbrooke in the late 1950s. The film marked the beginning of a new approach to reality in documentary and prefigures the trademark style of the NFB’s newly formed French Unit. Today, “Les raquetteurs” is considered a precursor to the birth of direct cinema.
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Where can I watch The Snowshoers?
You can watch The Snowshoers for free on NFB in CA.
Is The Snowshoers on NFB?
Yes. The Snowshoers is available to watch free on NFB in CA. Open the “Where to Watch” section above for the direct link.
Is The Snowshoers available to stream for free?
Yes — The Snowshoers can be watched for free on NFB (some options may include ads).
