Synopsis
Through the eyes of photographer Marius Jomphe, four local historians and several contemporary “stranded men” of Gaspé, The Land of Shipwrecks paint a portrait of this “city at the end of the world” that has preserved its essence through the ages: A place where nature is full of mystery, the sea evokes dizziness, and where shipwreck remains a mode of settlement.
A word from Tënk
A beautiful historical and poetic portrait of Gaspé that showcases the work of photographer Marius Jomphe. Director Jean-François Aubé, who is also an author and playwright, signs here a love letter to the town of Gaspé and skilfully uses the history of shipwrecks to meet modern-day castaways who have anchored themselves in the town. A film filled with fog, salty air and enchanting nature that makes you want to run aground on the Gaspé Peninsula.
Maxime Boucher
Coordinator and Director of Programming
Festival Vues sur mer
