The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau · 1974
The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau (1974) is a Documentary film directed by Duke Redbird, starring Norval Morrisseau, Jack Pollack, Shingoose.
Documentary
Overview
In this revealing study of Norval Morrisseau, filmed as he works among the lakes and woodlands of his ancestors, we see a remarkable Indigenous artist who emerged from a life of obscurity in the North American bush to become one of Canada's most renowned painters. Morrisseau the man is much like his paintings: vital and passionate, torn between his Ojibway heritage and the influences of the white man's world.
Cast
Norval Morrisseau, Jack Pollack, Shingoose
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What is "The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau" about?
In this revealing study of Norval Morrisseau, filmed as he works among the lakes and woodlands of his ancestors, we see a remarkable Indigenous artist who emerged from a life of obscurity in the North American bush to become one of Canada's most renowned painters. Morrisseau the man is much like his paintings: vital and passionate, torn between his Ojibway heritage and the influences of the white man's world.
When was "The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau" released?
The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau was released in 1974.
Who stars in "The Paradox of Norval Morrisseau"?
The cast includes Norval Morrisseau, Jack Pollack, Shingoose.
