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Nelligan

This historical drama with music examines the life and times of Émile Nelligan, one of the major Canadian poets of the 19th century who struggled through a difficult childhood with the help of his loving mother, only to see his career cut short by tragic circumstances.

Top Cast

  • Marc St. Pierre

    Marc St. Pierre

    Émile Nelligan (jeune)

  • Michel Comeau

    Michel Comeau

    Émile Nelligan

  • Lorraine Pintal

    Lorraine Pintal

    Émilie Nelligan

  • Luc Morissette

    Luc Morissette

    David Nelligan

  • Gabriel Arcand

    Gabriel Arcand

    Père Seers

  • David La Haye

    David La Haye

    Arthur de Bussières

  • Dominique Leduc

    Dominique Leduc

    Idola St-Jean

  • Andrée Lachapelle

    Andrée Lachapelle

    Robertine Barry

  • Marthe Turgeon

    Marthe Turgeon

    Mme St-Jean

Overview

This historical drama with music examines the life and times of Émile Nelligan, one of the major Canadian poets of the 19th century who struggled through a difficult childhood with the help of his loving mother, only to see his career cut short by tragic circumstances.

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