Classic documentaries

Ladies and Gentlemen... Mr. Leonard Cohen

Year1965
Directed byDonald Brittain, Don Owen
Made inCanada
Leonard Cohen

At a glance

*Ladies and Gentlemen... Mr. Leonard Cohen* is a 1965 documentary about Leonard Cohen, directed by Donald Brittain and Don Owen. Produced by John Kemeny, it was made by the National Film Board of Canada. The film is in English and received a Genie Award. Its subject and documentary form make it an entry focused on Cohen rather than a general account of music or Canadian history. For viewers exploring documentaries about Leonard Cohen, this film offers a portrait centered on him. The listed details identify its Canadian production, its directors and producer, and its release year, giving readers a concise guide to the film and its subject.

Who it is for

It suits viewers interested in Leonard Cohen and students exploring Canadian documentary filmmaking. Its English language may also suit audiences seeking a Cohen-focused film.

What is good

  • Focuses on Leonard Cohen
  • Directed by Donald Brittain and Don Owen
  • Produced by National Film Board of Canada
  • English-language documentary
  • Received a Genie Award

What to know first

  • Released in 1965

Verdict

This is a Cohen-focused documentary with a clearly identified Canadian production and two directors. Consider it if Leonard Cohen is your subject of interest.

Details

Year
1965wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Director
Donald Brittain, Don Owenwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Country
Canadawikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
Subjects
Leonard Cohenwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
IMDb
tt0126376wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026

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