Jean Carignan, violoneux (1975): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1975, Jean Carignan, violoneux is a musik and dokumentarfilm film directed by Bernard Gosselin, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. Man of the people, taxi driver, Jean Carignan is above all else one of the world's greatest violinists. In his hands reels become complex, intelligent creations, played with a virtuosity worthy of Paganni, and which continue the traditions of a genre passed on orally. A genre which has retained its popularity, and whose giants include Skinner, Coleman, Allard. Jean Carignan tackles their repertoire, as well as reaping the harvest of his exploration of Irish and Scottish musical traditions, which has made of him an internationally renowned specialist in Celtic music. This film is also a love story between an impoverished child and his violin, and provide a unique window into a remarkable era.

Who’s in it. Jean Carignan, violoneux stars Jean Carignan, Benoit Bernier as Self, Paul Gosselin and Léo Plamondon, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jean Carignan, violoneux page.

If you liked it. Fans of Jean Carignan, violoneux tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco - Lebendiger als das Leben!, Green Book - Eine besondere Freundschaft and Die Legende vom Ozeanpianisten.