The Acadian Connection (Le Lien acadien)

19951 h 16 min 51 secFilm: Documentary

Direction: Monique LeBlanc

Production: Shelagh MackenzieMarilyn A. Belec

Script: Monique LeBlanc

In this warm tribute to the spirit of l'Acadie, filmmaker Monique LeBlanc takes an affectionate look at ten members of the far-flung LeBlanc family--Acadians and Cajuns whose energy and joie de vivre speak of a legendary tenacity. From California to New Brunswick, from Ontario to Louisiana, Monique LeBlanc finds the dreams and determination of her ancestors living on in the hearts of her cousins, no matter where they make their homes.

The Acadian Connection (Le Lien acadien) is about the profound ties that bind family and culture in a world where so many people seek a sense of belonging. This film is certain to appeal to anyone who cares about family, history and identity, especially if they have an interest in Acadian or Cajun culture.

Subject categories


  • Francophone Communities > AcadiaHistory and IdentityNew BrunswickPortraits
  • Families > Family PortraitsGenealogy

Credits


director
Monique LeBlanc
script
Monique LeBlanc
narrator
Monique LeBlanc
producer
Shelagh Mackenzie
executive producer
Marilyn A. Belec
cinematography
Pierre Letarte
Martin Leclerc
Barry Perles
Kent Nason
animation camera
Pierre Landry
Raymond Dumas
sound
Richard Besse
Arthur McKay
David Brown
editing
Michael Jones
sound editing
Kimberlee McTaggart
re-recording
Shelley Craig
music
Ronaldo Richard
Monique Jean
participation
Sylvia White
Dudley J., Jr LeBlanc
Raymond Guy LeBlanc
Paul LeBlanc
Claudette LeBlanc

Awards


  • Moonsnail Award - Category: Best Director (Monique LeBlanc)Atlantic International Film Festival
  • Moonsnail Award - Category: Best Cinematography (Pierre Letarte)Atlantic International Film Festival
  • Moonsnail Award - Category: Best Sound (Richard Besse)Atlantic International Film Festival