Cast
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Jean-Nicolas Verreault
as Le Survenant
Anick Lemay
as Angélina Desmarais
Gilles Renaud
as Didace Beauchemin
François Chénier
as Amable Beauchemin
Catherine Trudeau
as Phonsine Beauchemin
Germain Houde
as David Desmarais
Pierre Collin
as Pierre-Côme Provençal
Pierrette Robitaille
as Laure Provençal
Patrice Robitaille
as Odilon Provençal
Hugolin Chevrette
as Joinville Provençal
Vincent-Guillaume Otis
as Vincent Provençal
Marie-France Monette
as Lisabel Provençal
Stéphanie Crête-Blais
as Catherine Provençal
Nicolas Canuel
as Beau-Blanc De-Froi
Gaston Caron
as Jacob Salvail
Crew
Director
- Erik Canuel
Writer
- Germaine Guèvremont
- Diane Cailhier
Producer
- Claude Veillet
- Jacques Bonin
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Outlander examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Erik Canuel brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2005, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Outlander took approximately 27 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $7.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 138 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 182 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2270 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
Historical Context
- In 2005, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 22, 2005
- Runtime: 2h 18m
- Budget: $7,000,000
- Revenue: $2,866,324