WINNER AUDIENCE AWARD - Whistler Film Festival 2020

WINNER HONORABLE MENTION - World Documentary Award 2020

“The Paper Man is a rare example of a documentary striking such a popular note with audiences.” - Paul Gratton, Whistler Film Festival, Programming Director

“This loving biodoc on Quebec TV personality Claude Lafortune was a labour of love for director Tanya Lapointe, whose central thesis was that Mr. Lafortune was an authentic and original artist, working in the medium of paper sculptures.” - Georgia Straight

Much like Fred Rogers and Bob Ross in the United States, Claude Lafortune was a staple of French-Canadian television. The beloved children's television host inspired generations of children through his celebration of creativity, inclusivity and diversity. For over five decades, he dedicated his life to transforming mere paper into whimsical sculptures, creatures and film sets. "The Paper Man" reveals the depths of Claude Lafortune's work, as well as his continuing legacy.

THE PAPER MAN captures the last two years of Claude Lafortune’s life before Covid took him in April 2020 at the age of 83. This documentary examines his body of work, revealing the depths of his art and continuing legacy.