Caffè Italia, Montréal (1985)

Using archival documents, fictions, current accounts, and excerpts from a theatrical creation, Paul Tana paints a nuanced portrait of the Italians of Montreal. From the first waves of immigration at the beginning of the century to the men and women taken to a prisoner of war camps during World War II, to the hardships and joys of building vibrant lives in Montréal. Caffè Italia Montréal chronicles a significant chapter in Canada’s history.

Released Sept. 19, 1985 81 min None+

Genres: Documentary, History

Keywords: imdb.immigration, imdb.italian-immigrant, imdb.italian-canadian

Country: Canada
Production Country: Canada
Languages: English, Italian, French