À tout prendre et Il était une fois dans l’Est

À tout prendre et Il était une fois dans l’Est, written by Julie Vaillancourt, examines pivotal moments in Quebec cinema. This volume 1 explores the historical significance of LGBTQ+ fiction within the province. The text analyzes the courageous queer expression found in Claude Jutra's À tout prendre, alongside the vibrant direction of the Brassard-Tremblay duo in Il était une fois dans l'Est.

Through this study, the work serves as a vital act of remembrance for cinematic pioneers. It focuses on how these films depict diverse identities within the modest neighborhoods of Montreal. This scholarly exploration of French language film history provides a deep look into the evolution of queer storytelling on screen. Readers interested in Canadian film studies and LGBTQ+ history will find this analysis of these two landmark works highly informative.