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What term is used to describe the direct cinema style associated with Quebec film?
What term is used to describe the direct cinema style associated with Quebec film?
The film mentioned in the text celebrates the city and has an anti-religious stance.
The film mentioned in the text celebrates the city and has an anti-religious stance.
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What is described as a common theme in Quebec films from the sixties?
What is described as a common theme in Quebec films from the sixties?
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The term 'une vague érotico-comique' refers to a wave of ________ films.
The term 'une vague érotico-comique' refers to a wave of ________ films.
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Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:
Match the following terms with their correct descriptions:
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How are women's cinema and popular cinema viewed in relation to each other?
How are women's cinema and popular cinema viewed in relation to each other?
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Valérie is considered a canonical work in Quebec film history.
Valérie is considered a canonical work in Quebec film history.
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What films did filmmakers in Quebec start to prefer in the sixties?
What films did filmmakers in Quebec start to prefer in the sixties?
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What was a major factor that sparked the Quiet Revolution in Quebec?
What was a major factor that sparked the Quiet Revolution in Quebec?
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The Quiet Revolution primarily focused on the strengthening of the Catholic Church's power in Quebec.
The Quiet Revolution primarily focused on the strengthening of the Catholic Church's power in Quebec.
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What movement joined artists and intellectuals in demanding aesthetic independence in Quebec?
What movement joined artists and intellectuals in demanding aesthetic independence in Quebec?
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The creation of a _____ middle class in Quebec led to sweeping reforms in economic, political, and social policy.
The creation of a _____ middle class in Quebec led to sweeping reforms in economic, political, and social policy.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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What was the primary focus of popular cinema in Quebec during the cultural awakening?
What was the primary focus of popular cinema in Quebec during the cultural awakening?
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William Coleman's view is that the new modes of thought in Quebec were primarily driven by a motivated new class.
William Coleman's view is that the new modes of thought in Quebec were primarily driven by a motivated new class.
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What did the rejection of traditional working-class values in Quebec signify?
What did the rejection of traditional working-class values in Quebec signify?
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What is the primary theme reflected in the depiction of society in Valérie?
What is the primary theme reflected in the depiction of society in Valérie?
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The characters in Valérie are depicted with deep psychological transparency.
The characters in Valérie are depicted with deep psychological transparency.
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What change in societal values does Lever suggest is occurring in relation to Valérie?
What change in societal values does Lever suggest is occurring in relation to Valérie?
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M. Delaney describes Valérie as presenting a good image of Quebec society that is _____ but just.
M. Delaney describes Valérie as presenting a good image of Quebec society that is _____ but just.
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Match the following quotes with their respective themes or authors:
Match the following quotes with their respective themes or authors:
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What did the clerical model of Quebec national history celebrate?
What did the clerical model of Quebec national history celebrate?
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The political model of Quebec history viewed the conquest of New France as an origin of urban society.
The political model of Quebec history viewed the conquest of New France as an origin of urban society.
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What did the Union Nationale foster regarding the ideology of the francophone peasantry?
What did the Union Nationale foster regarding the ideology of the francophone peasantry?
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The efforts to create a rural agrarian society in Quebec were largely rooted in the ideology of the _________.
The efforts to create a rural agrarian society in Quebec were largely rooted in the ideology of the _________.
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Match the following models of Quebec national history with their key characteristics:
Match the following models of Quebec national history with their key characteristics:
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Which of the following factors describes the grassroots movement of the Quiet Revolution?
Which of the following factors describes the grassroots movement of the Quiet Revolution?
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What year is referred to in relation to the traditional morality of Roman Catholic French Canada?
What year is referred to in relation to the traditional morality of Roman Catholic French Canada?
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The ideology of the francophone peasantry accurately reflected the economic reality of Quebec society during the postwar era.
The ideology of the francophone peasantry accurately reflected the economic reality of Quebec society during the postwar era.
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Valérie represents women as productive members of society.
Valérie represents women as productive members of society.
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What economic trend was Quebec experiencing during the time discussed?
What economic trend was Quebec experiencing during the time discussed?
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What type of job does Valérie first take after leaving the convent?
What type of job does Valérie first take after leaving the convent?
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Valérie took on the job of a go-go dancer as a way to earn more money and gain _____ in her career.
Valérie took on the job of a go-go dancer as a way to earn more money and gain _____ in her career.
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How does the Mother Superior view Valérie's decision to leave the convent?
How does the Mother Superior view Valérie's decision to leave the convent?
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Critics viewed Valérie solely as a representative of changing Quebec morality, without deeper implications.
Critics viewed Valérie solely as a representative of changing Quebec morality, without deeper implications.
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What was highlighted about the job of go-go dancing in terms of financial benefit for women?
What was highlighted about the job of go-go dancing in terms of financial benefit for women?
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Match the characters or roles with their associated implications:
Match the characters or roles with their associated implications:
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What characterization is given to the 'star' in the context of modern femininity?
What characterization is given to the 'star' in the context of modern femininity?
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The woman described is seen as a symbol of the modern liberated female who values authenticity.
The woman described is seen as a symbol of the modern liberated female who values authenticity.
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What is highlighted as a critical aspect of the woman modern liberated today?
What is highlighted as a critical aspect of the woman modern liberated today?
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The woman-object described in the text is seen as _____ yet inaccessible for all.
The woman-object described in the text is seen as _____ yet inaccessible for all.
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Match the authors/works to their relevant topics:
Match the authors/works to their relevant topics:
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Which of the following is associated with the socio-economic realities of Québec?
Which of the following is associated with the socio-economic realities of Québec?
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All cited authors agree that women's representation in Québec cinema is aligned with traditional gender roles.
All cited authors agree that women's representation in Québec cinema is aligned with traditional gender roles.
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Which societal movement in Québec is referenced in relation to culture and independence?
Which societal movement in Québec is referenced in relation to culture and independence?
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Study Notes
Quebec National Cinema
- Quebec national cinema often criticized for challenging and provocative portrayals of women's social status.
- Early filmmakers (e.g., Anne Claire Poirier, Mireille Dansereau, Léa Pool) in the 1970s addressed women's subordination and equality struggles in Quebec.
- "Important" films vs popular films: popular films enjoy initial success but often fall out of favor during canon formation.
- Quebec feminist films reflect second-wave feminism in Quebec but their impact on general acceptance remains uncertain due to the contemporary backlash against the term feminism itself.
- Focus on popularized representation is recommended to represent feminist values and attitudes in a more approachable way.
- Valérie (1968), despite claimed alignment with modern Quebec and liberated women, only tangentially related to feminist goals.
Valérie Film Analysis
- Valérie (1968) depicted a runaway convent-school girl entering the sex trade and finding love amidst urban Quebec symbols.
- It utilized soft-core images that were typical of 1960s Quebec films.
- The film prioritizes sexuality over other issues like labour or politics.
- Initially received well, but critically viewed at the time by some for its commercial aspects rather than focusing on its artistic merit.
- Themes included sexual liberation and the character's struggle with being a 'modern woman' in a patriarchal society.
- The lead character primarily uses physical imagery rather than dialogue for expression.
- A controversy ensued due to its depiction of a "rebellious" young woman, suggesting an underlying nationalistic conflict.
Historical Context
- Valérie was influenced by the Quiet Revolution in Quebec, as well as the rise of second-wave feminism.
- The Quiet Revolution (1960s) was a period of significant social and political change in Quebec.
- The Catholic Church held significant influence in Quebec prior to the Quiet Revolution.
- The traditional role of women in Quebec society was being challenged, with the emergence of a modern, liberal, and artistic cultural movement.
- Quebec national identity was undergoing a shift, emphasizing Québécois culture and language.
Filmmaker's Approach
- André Loiselle argues that early Quebec films were concerned with the representation of the body in relation to Quebec nationalism.
- The film utilizes minimal dialogue in order to broaden its appeal to a wider audience.
- The cinematic style of Valérie is highly visual and relies on suggestive imagery, rather than traditional narrative formats.
Critical Responses
- Film critics interpreted Valérie in opposing ways: some saw the film as reflecting a struggle of the new 'modern' Québécois identity, while others criticized it for glorifying sex.
- Film critics viewed Valérie through a myriad of lenses: aesthetic, sociological, cultural, feminist, and political.
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Explore the complexities of Quebec national cinema, particularly its portrayal of women's social status. This quiz delves into the works of early female filmmakers and the themes surrounding feminism in Quebec's cinematic landscape. Discover how films like Valérie reflect and challenge societal norms.
