25 Sep 2000
Everything's Jake
A homeless man takes a newly homeless man under his wing and teaches him how to survive on the streets.
Poverty and Other Delights
Marcel and Joseph are tireless walkers. Their itinerary is an invitation to discover improbable places and fascinating people. Everlastingly looking for Stanley, Marcel’s only friend, they meet an unlikely crowd of extravagant characters. Each has a story to tell, his hope to share.
Top Billed Cast
Lorne Brass Stanley
Gaston Lepage Marcel
Benoît Brière Joseph
Patrice Dubois Son petit chien
Jean-Louis Martin Lupien
Norman Helms Le concierge
René Pothier L'homme à la tuque
Luc Senay Le fou répétitif
Richard Fréchette Le gérant du cinéma
Mark Camacho Le gardien de la gare
Josée Beaulieu La folle du métro
René Richard Cyr Roland-aux-culottes
Ellen David Pénitente de l'Oratoire
Dawn Ford Pénitente de l'Oratoire
Annie Juneau La fille d'Amsterdam
Chantal Baril Germaine
Mario Jean Le barman
Emmanuel Bilodeau Le fou au crucifix
Roger Blay L'avocat
Pierrette Robitaille La soeur de Marcel
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