Everyone has his own idea about Canada
A Film by Robin Férand
Everyone Has His Own Idea About Canada
A Film by Robin Férand
What began as an autumn trip to the Canadian Rockies to explore new places with my Canon R5C gradually became a video essay about landscapes in transition. As I learned more about the region’s history, I paired new footage with archival films and photographs to connect the Rockies of today with the places they once were.
“The land of the shining mountains is a high country of
living glaciers and emerald lakes. Of tumbling and singing cascades and
peaceful alpine meadows. Here amid grandeur and solitude, nature offers
health and peace for those who love her great spaces, blue sky and the
silence of mountain lakes.”
Whenever I explore iconic places, I’m eager to uncover their history. The evolution of a location, whether shaped by natural forces or human intervention, has always fascinated me. That’s why I film these places. Then, through meticulous editing, I blend my footage with archival films and photographs, creating a bridge between yesterday and today. I find this juxtaposition incredibly captivating.
Each image tells a story, and looking back into the past reveals how much we have evolved over the centuries and how humanity has impacted the Earth—both for better and for worse. But it also highlights what remains to be explored and protected. It’s a way to celebrate the richness of time and the evolution of our environment
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