Francis Leclerc

Francis Leclerc, born on January first, nineteen seventy-one, is a prominent Canadian screenwriter, film editor, and director. He is the son of the renowned Félix Leclerc, which perhaps influenced his artistic journey. Since nineteen ninety-five, Leclerc has made significant contributions to the Quebec film industry, particularly through his work directing music videos for many celebrated Quebec artists.

Over the years, Leclerc has directed more than twenty short and medium-length films, showcasing his versatility and creativity. Notably, he adapted Robert Lepage’s acclaimed work, Les Sept branches de la rivière Ota, for television. His debut feature film, A Girl at the Window (Une jeune fille à la fenêtre), released in two thousand one, received critical acclaim and marked a significant milestone in his career.

His second feature, Looking for Alexander (Mémoires affectives), is a poignant exploration of lost memory and childhood tragedy. This film earned him prestigious accolades, including Genie Awards for best director and screenplay, as well as the Prix Jutra for direction, solidifying his reputation in the industry.

In two thousand seventeen, Leclerc released Barefoot at Dawn (Pieds nus dans l'aube), an adaptation of his father's semi-autobiographical novel, further demonstrating his ability to weave personal narratives into compelling cinema. In two thousand eighteen, he took on the role of patron and curator for the Festival Vues dans la tête de... film festival in Rivière-du-Loup, showcasing his commitment to the film community.