Simply Johanne

Simply Johanne

Released on
Documentary
Runtime
75 mins
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Abandoned on the doorstep of a Montreal orphanage, Johanne Harrelle eventually rose to prominence as a gifted artist, actress, and one of North America's first Black models. Simply Johanne deftly explores her complex and audacious life through archival footage, interviews with loved ones and performances of her writings by three contemporary actresses. The film chronicles the journey of a magnetic and passionate woman who defied the expectations of her time.

Cast

  • Abla Osman
  • Isoloy Katshingu
  • Danielle Ouimet

Director

  • Nadine Valcin

Producers

  • Josiane Blanc
  • Ania Jamila

Screenwriter

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