Tickets s.v.p

This short film, directed by ONF | NFB, highlights an event from the early days of Québec's quiet revolution. It focuses on the interaction between a unilingual ticket collector and a bilingual passenger aboard a Montréal commuter train.

The film features the passenger himself, who recounts his attempts to have ticket requests made in both French and English. This amusing narrative not only sheds light on the linguistic tensions of the time but also involves the railway president, showcasing how a simple incident escalated into broader discussions about language rights.

"Tickets s.v.p" combines animation with documentary storytelling, making it a unique piece that reflects on historical social issues with wit. The film’s engaging approach to serious themes offers a distinctive viewing experience that appeals to both animation and documentary enthusiasts.