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Streaming January 13-25, 2023 Digital Screening Room

Canada | 101 minutes | 2022

Gabor

Florida Premiere

This quirky, feel-good portrait delves into the world of 93-year-old humanist Gabor Szilasi, a photographer who has spent the last 60 years portraying the eloquence of everyday life in his adopted country, Canada, and in Quebec in particular. Gabor tells the story of an immigrant Jew fleeing Hungary in 1956, arriving in Canada by boat and creating for himself a rich life full of friends, family, and an extraordinary career. In the tradition of Henri Cartier-Bresson and Paul Strand, Gabor's work stands apart in its touching humanism. With remarkable candor and kindness, Gabor provides insights into his process, while sharing valuable lessons on how to grow old with elegance and dignity.

Accompanying the film premiere is a discussion with director Joannie Lafrenière. To view the conversation please click here.

Director's Bio

Directed by Joannie Lafrenière

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Joannie Lafrenière is a documentary filmmaker and photographer. She has contributed to several recognized publications, and her films have been shown in major festivals across Canada and abroad. Gabor is Joannie’s second documentary feature film.

Cast and Credits

Director

Joannie Lafrenière

Screenwriter

Joannie Lafrenière

Cinematographer

Joannie Lafrenière

Editor

Emmanuelle Lane

Cast

Gabor Szilasi, Andrea Szilasi, Doreen Lindsay

Film Info

Year

2022

Country

Canada

Run-time

101 minutes

Language

French with English subtitles
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