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Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey

Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey

A look at the life and work of Jack Kerouac.

Part documentary, part drama, this film presents the life and work of Jack Kerouac, an American writer with Québec roots who became one of the most important spokesmen for his generation. Intercut with archival footage, photographs and interviews, this film takes apart the heroic myth and even returns to the childhood of the author whose life and work contributed greatly to the cultural, sexual and social revolution of the 1960s.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Le Grand Jack
  • Genres: Drama, Documentary
  • Release Date: 1987-03-01
  • Runtime: 55 minutes
  • Rating: 8/10 (1 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: ONF | NFB
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.308
  • Languages: English, French

Cast & Crew

Albert Belzile

Albert Belzile

as

Bertholet Charron

Bertholet Charron

as

Mance Émond

Mance Émond

as

Carl Helmy

Carl Helmy

as

Freddy Helmy

Freddy Helmy

as

Guy Nadon

Guy Nadon

as

Clarence Poirier

Clarence Poirier

as

Clarence Poirier

Clarence Poirier

as

Gallery

Movie sceneMovie scene

External Links

Keywords

artistquebecbiographycoming of agewriterlowell massachusettsbeat generationancestry

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey?

Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey is a Drama, Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1987-03-01.

Who are the main actors in Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey?

The main cast includes Albert Belzile, Bertholet Charron, Mance Émond, Carl Helmy, Freddy Helmy, .

Where can I watch Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey is available.

Is Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey based on a true story?

A look at the life and work of Jack Kerouac.

What is the IMDb rating of Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey?

Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey has an IMDb rating of 8/10 based on 1 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey?

The soundtrack was composed by ONF | NFB. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey filmed?

Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey?

The total runtime of Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey is 55 minutes.

Is Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey.

Does Jack Kerouac's Road: A Franco-American Odyssey have a post-credit scene?

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