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Camillien Houde
Camillien Houde

Self (archive footage)

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    This feature documentary is a fascinating and spirited portrait of the life and times of the legendary Quebec politician and four-time mayor of Montreal Camillien Houde. Using rare archival footage and interviews with ex-colleagues, aides and friends, the film presents a comprehensive profile of this incredible, and, to some, infamous, man.

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    1976-01-01

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    The Life and Times of Camillien Houde

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