Mesnak (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2011, Mesnak is a drama film directed by Yves Sioui Durand, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Dave, an urban aboriginal in his early twenties, is a Montreal actor. His adoption at the age of 3 has erased all memory of his Native culture. When he receives his first-ever contact with his biological mother through a photo in the mail, Dave leaves for Kinogamish, the reserve where he was born. The reunion does not unfold as expected and Dave becomes disoriented, confronted with a world that seems hostile and foreign. His unplanned return to this desolate community causes upheavals and chain reactions, while dredging up a painful past scarred by secrets and lies.
Who’s in it. Mesnak stars Victor Andres Trelles Turgeon as Dave, Eve Ringuette as Osalic, Marco Collin as Claude St-Onge and Kathia Rock as Gertrude McKenzie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Mesnak has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mesnak page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mesnak tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mesnak (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mesnak change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mesnak worth watching?
- Mesnak holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mesnak?
- Mesnak stars Victor Andres Trelles Turgeon, Eve Ringuette, Marco Collin, Kathia Rock and Marco Poulin.
- When was Mesnak released?
- Mesnak was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.