Simply Johanne
Abandoned on the doorstep of a Montreal orphanage, Johanne Harrelle eventually rose to prominence as a gifted artist, actress, and one of North America's first Black models. Simply Johanne deftly explores her complex and audacious life through archival footage, interviews with loved ones and performances of her writings by three contemporary actresses. The film chronicles the journey of a magnetic and passionate woman who defied the expectations of her time.
Cast: Abla Osman, Isoloy Katshingu, Danielle Ouimet
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Simply Johanne
Abandoned on the doorstep of a Montreal orphanage, Johanne Harrelle eventually rose to prominence as a gifted artist, actress, and one of North America's first Black models. Simply Johanne deftly explores her complex and audacious life through archival footage, interviews with loved ones and performances of her writings by three contemporary actresses. The film chronicles the journey of a magnetic and passionate woman who defied the expectations of her time.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Nadine Valcin
- Producers
- Josiane Blanc, Yves Bisaillon, Ania Jamila, Nadine Valcin
- Studio
- Sahkosh Productions
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
French
