Such a Simple Game

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This short 1964 documentary depicts the national sport of French Canadians: hockey. Seen "from the inside" this seemingly simple game turns out to be not so simple. Hockey is dream of mythic proportions that mirrors the aspirations of an entire people. Its heroes are national figures. At the Montreal Forum, there is total symbiosis between the crowd and the Habs. In 1955, idol Maurice Richard is suspended for striking a referee. The people take to the streets in unison and the riots begin... - NFB

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  • ice hockey

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  • CanadaCA

    • Theatrical1 Jan 1964
    • PhysicalMaurice Richard, une légende et son sport 15 Mar 2010

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Such a Simple Game was released on 1 January 1964.

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