Discordia
2004
1 h 8 min
Coming soon
On September 9, 2002, a scheduled appearance by former Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu sparked heated debate at Montreal's Concordia University. By the end of the day, the "Concordia riot" had made international news, from CNN to Al-Jazeera. This film documents the fallout from that eventful day, following three young campus activists as they negotiate the most formative year of their lives. Filmmakers Ben Addelman and Samir Mallal jump into the fray with street-smart bravado and a handheld camera. Buoyed by the songs of hip-hop artist Buck 65, this film offers a tonic reflection on the current state of Canadian …
This work contains scenes of violence. Viewer discretion is advised.
Details
On September 9, 2002, a scheduled appearance by former Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu sparked heated debate at Montreal's Concordia University. By the end of the day, the "Concordia riot" had made international news, from CNN to Al-Jazeera. This film documents the fallout from that eventful day, following three young campus activists as they negotiate the most formative year of their lives. Filmmakers Ben Addelman and Samir Mallal jump into the fray with street-smart bravado and a handheld camera. Buoyed by the songs of hip-hop artist Buck 65, this film offers a tonic reflection on the current state of Canadian student activism and the enduring value of tolerance.
This work contains scenes of violence. Viewer discretion is advised.
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directorSamir MallalBen Addelman
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producerAdam Symansky
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editorHannele HalmBen Addelman
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musicBuck 65
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cameraBen AddelmanSamir Mallal
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additional cinematographyFrançois Vincelette
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additional cameraMichael Kelly
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assistant cameraKaterine Giguère
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sound recordistBen AddelmanSamir MallalCraig Lapp
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graphic designSamir Mallal
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production assistantRaphael Daigneault
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additional soundRaphael Daigneault
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writerSamir MallalBen Addelman
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story consultantAustin Webb
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sound editorLeopoldo Gutierrez
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foleyChris Piggins
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additional musicWax Mannequin
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sound re-recordingShelley CraigGeoffrey Mitchell
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online editingSylvain DesbiensDenis Gathelier
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digital editing technicianOchelle GreenidgePhyllis LewisDanielle RaymondChaz OliverMirenda Ouellet
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title designLouise OveryPierre Landry
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graphicsLouise OveryPierre Landry
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product managerMoira Keigher
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post-production coordinatorClaude Cardinal
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studio clerkChristine Williams
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studio administratorMarie Tonto-DonatiNickie Merulla
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executive producerSally Bochner
Education
Ages 15 to 17
Civics/Citizenship - Ideologies
Diversity - Identity
Health/Personal Development - Problem Solving/Conflict Resolution
Social Studies - Communities in Canada/World
The students in this film grapple with self-doubt, infighting, and fear. How do they deal with the conflict? Have students discuss how easy it is for communication to break down. What is more important: sticking to your principles or finding a compromise? Students can role play the conflict by taking on the various characters or perspectives. The goal here would be to reach a positive outcome where everyone is happy. Is that even possible?
