Praise for Fafard
“I thought the film was both interesting and entertaining. It captured some great personal dialogue with Joe in his home, studio and at many of his famous art installations, making the audience feel like we had actually met and gotten know Joe.” – Paul King
“A wonderful portrait and beautiful tribute to one of Canada’s finest artists facing mortality in a terminal cancer diagnosis. Insightful, poignant, and humorous, “Fafard” delivers on all fronts. Director, Jan Nowina-Zarzycki crafts a masterful paced intimate look at Joe’s final years of life. ” – Alfie Kiernan
“You brought Joe back to us in an intimate, poignant and sometimes humorous documentary showing his commitment to his art to the end.” – Susan Whitney
“Thank you for the awesome tribute to Joe….His reflections on life are so timeless and you gave them voice for generations to come.. (it)remind(s) all of us to stand up for what we believe; so important these days and every day.” – Shirley Humphries
“A gentle, creative and sensitive film which beautifully captures what it was to be Joe Fafard in the twilight of his life.” – Evan Quick
“Jan’s film on Joe Fafard was such a gift – to give us a glimpse of Joe’s kindness, gentleness, humour, just at this moment when he is is still so missed, brought Joe back to us: we saw Joe’s philosophy of life, as he was living it. I loved the bits in french, the music, and especially the street scene in Quebec City!” – Jeannie Mah
