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Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland

Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland

Jan 01, 1980 · 26m

Rated 9 out of 10

Director

Léonard Forest

Overview

Newfoundland painter Gerald Squires has referred to his portraits as "confrontations," though not intending the hostility that word can convey. This film shows a meeting between the artist and Edythe Goodridge, art curator and critic. Through a combination of Squires's reflections on his life and work and the good-natured banter of these two friends, an intimate portrait evolves of the artist and his subject.

Cast of Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland

About Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland

What is Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland about?

Newfoundland painter Gerald Squires has referred to his portraits as "confrontations," though not intending the hostility that word can convey. This film shows a meeting between the artist and Edythe Goodridge, art curator and critic. Through a combination of Squires's reflections on his life and work and the good-natured banter of these two friends, an intimate portrait evolves of the artist…

When was Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland released?

Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland was released on January 1, 1980.

How long is Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland?

Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland runs 26 minutes.

Who directed Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland?

Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland was directed by Léonard Forest.

Who is in the cast of Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland?

The cast of Portrait: Gerald Squires of Newfoundland includes Gerald Squires (Self) and Edythe Goodridge (Self).