Ababooned

This film follows a young team of baseball players as they navigate a conflict with the Roman Catholic Church in the Faubourg à mélasse district. The narrative intertwines elements of poetry and literature, reflecting the complexities of Catholic guilt and societal expectations during the era.

With a runtime of 94 minutes, Ababooned features a diverse cast including Éric Bruneau, Rémy Girard, and Lilou Roy-Lanouette. The film employs a style known as réalisme magique, which adds a unique flair to its storytelling. The themes of religion and the struggles of youth are central to the film's plot, making it a rich exploration of the cultural landscape of the 1950s in Quebec.