Direction: Jean-Claude Lord

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Jean-Claude Lord. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


Visiting Hours

1982 · Movie · 105 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Michael Ironside · Lee Grant · Linda Purl · William Shatner

Synopsis Visiting Hours (1982) follows the harrowing tale of a deranged, misogynistic murderer (Ironside) who viciously assaults and injures journalist Deborah Ballin (Grant). Upon learning that his initial attack did not result in her death, the assailant returns to the medical...

5.1

217 votes

5.1

217 votes

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Michael Paré · Marina Orsini · Bernie Coulson · Matthew Laurance

Synopsis Eddie and the Cruisers II: Eddie Lives! (1989) follows the journey of a legendary band from the 1960s that was shattered by the presumed death of its charismatic lead singer. However, the story takes an unexpected turn when it is...

5.1

28 votes

5.1

28 votes

The Vindicator

1986 · Movie · 93 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast David McIlwraith · Teri Austin · Pam Grier · Richard Cox

Synopsis The Vindicator (1986) follows the harrowing journey of an individual who, while working for a clandestine corporate initiative, is inadvertently subjected to the company's cutting-edge, albeit dangerous, weaponry. This unfortunate event leads to his metamorphosis into a relentless, mechanized assassin,...

4.4

28 votes

4.4

28 votes

Mindfield

1989 · Movie · 92 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Michael Ironside · Lisa Langlois · Christopher Plummer · Stefan Wodoslawsky

Synopsis Mindfield (1989) follows the gripping narrative of a police detective whose life takes a dramatic turn after he fatally shoots a criminal. This harrowing event awakens a long-forgotten memory, revealing that he was once a participant in a covert CIA...

4.2

24 votes

4.2

24 votes

Ring of Deceit (TV)

2009 · Movie · 90 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Claudia Ferri · Benz Antoine · Cameron Bancroft · Jade Carpenter

Synopsis Ring of Deceit (TV) (2009) follows the story of Madison Byrne, a talented and attractive art specialist who is drawn into a web of intrigue when she agrees to assist Jack Singer, a affluent supporter of her museum. The task...

3.4

95 votes

3.4

95 votes

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Lindsay Price · David Haydn-Jones · Sadie LeBlanc · Niall Matter

Synopsis Secrets of the Summer House (TV) (2008) follows a family summer home that has been plagued by a centuries-old curse. The male descendants of the family have been experiencing peculiar symptoms, which have sometimes resulted in tragic outcomes. When a...

3.1

192 votes

3.1

192 votes

Second Chances (TV)

2010 · Movie · 90 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Melissa George · Ryan Scott Greene · Ellen Dubin · Quinn Lord

Synopsis Second Chances (TV) (2010) follows the story of Kate Fisher, a journalist who, two years prior, conducted an interview with a man who was later identified as a serial killer. The public backlash was intense, and Kate's disbelief in the...

3.0

189 votes

3.0

189 votes

Toby

1986 · Movie · 96 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Yannick Bisson · Winston Rekert · Andrew Bednarski · Stephanie Morgenstern

Synopsis Toby (1986) follows the journey of a young adolescent who is more passionate about the thrill of a renowned dog-sledding competition than he is about his academic pursuits. To secure the championship title, he must dedicate himself to rigorous preparation...

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Direction Jim Kaufman · Roger Cardinal · Robin Spry · Peter Pearson

Cast Justin Louis · Vittorio Rossi · Arthur Grosser · Dorothée Berryman

Synopsis Urban Angel (TV Series) (1991) follows the story of Victor Torres, a former convict who secures a job with Francine Primeau, the editor of The Montreal Tribune. His unique role involves leveraging his extensive network within the city's criminal underworld...

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Direction François Gingras · Erik Canuel · Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Luc Picard · Julie Perreault · Catherine Bérubé · Aliocha Schneider

Synopsis Les Jeunes Loups (TV Series) (2014) follows the journey of fresh proprietors who take the reins of the newspaper Le Matin and its digital counterpart, Webmatin. These media outlets are known for their bold and unapologetic approach to journalism, pushing...

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Les colombes

1972 · Movie · 116 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Jean Besré · Lise Thouin · Jean Duceppe · Manda Parent

Synopsis Les colombes (1972) explores the intertwined narratives of two distinct families residing in the vibrant city of Montreal. The film delves into the daily lives, challenges, and triumphs of these families, offering a poignant and authentic portrayal of urban life...

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Tadpole and the Whale

1988 · Movie · 91 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Fanny Lauzier · Denis Forest · Marina Orsini · Félix-Antoine Leroux

Synopsis Tadpole and the Whale (1988) begins with a couple's arrival in Mingan, situated on the northern shore of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. They spot a young girl seemingly adrift in the ocean and rush to her aid. However, they...

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Chocolate Eclair

1979 · Movie · 107 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Lise Thouin · Jean Belzil-Gascon · Jean-Louis Roux · Auberto Pallascio

Synopsis Chocolate Eclair (1979) follows the journey of a young woman who, after enduring a traumatic experience of being raped by her father, decides to leave her hometown with her newborn son. Years pass, and the son struggles to reconcile his...

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Panic

1977 · Movie · 97 min. · Canada

Direction Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Paule Baillargeon · Jean Coutu · Lise Thouin · Gérard Poirier

Synopsis Panic (1977) unfolds as a gripping tale of environmental catastrophe and public outcry. The narrative begins with the revelation that industrial pollution has contaminated the water supply, leading to widespread illness and distress among the residents of a nearby urban...

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Direction Adam Weissman · Giles Walker · George Mihalka · Jim Donovan

Cast Matthew Ewald · Marie-Marguerite Sabongui · Sam Magdi · Jeff Hall

Synopsis Galidor: Defenders of the Outer Dimension (TV Series) (2002) follows the journey of Nick Bluetooth, who on his birthday, discovers a mysterious map that transports him and his best friend, Allegra Zane, to an unusual spaceship resembling an egg. The...

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Direction Tim Andrew · George Verschoor · Matthew Leutwyler · Jamie Babbit

Cast Serah D'Laine · Christina Hendricks · Gina May · Bree Turner

Synopsis Undressed (TV Series) (1999) is an anthology series that delves into the intricate and varied sexual relationships among individuals from different walks of life. The show explores the complexities of high schoolers, college students, and post-college roommates, highlighting the diverse...

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District 31 (TV Series)

2016 · Series · 23 min. · Canada

Direction Simon Barrette · Catherine Therrien · Sébastien Gagné · Jean-Claude Lord

Cast Gildor Roy · Michel Charette · Vincent-Guillaume Otis · Geneviève Brouillette

Synopsis District 31 (TV Series) (2016) follows the daily operations of a bustling Montreal police precinct as they tackle a wide array of urban crimes. The series delves into the complexities of investigations involving abductions, homicides, domestic abuse, illicit drug trade,...

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