See – Judge – Act: The History of the JOC in Quebec
Voir – Juger – Agir : L’histoire de la JOC au Québec
Through touching testimonials, previously unseen film and photographic archives from the BAnQ, and the perspectives of academics and activists, the documentary Voir – Juger – Agir : L’histoire de la JOC au Québec (See – Judge – Act: The History of the JOC in Quebec) traces nearly a century of collective engagement by the Jeunesse ouvrière catholique (Catholic Workers Youth Movement), or JOC. From church basements to labor struggles, from popular education circles to feminist mobilizations, this film traces the journey of a movement that gave voice to a generation often marginalized by the clerical, political, and business elite.
A rare documentary that channels the restless spirit of grassroots activism through nearly a century of Quebec’s Catholic Workers Youth Movement.
- Unearths archival treasures and intimate testimonials that map a hidden socio-political undercurrent rarely explored on screen
- Captures the gritty intersection of faith, labor, feminism, and youth dissent—ideal for fans of politically charged historical narratives
- More than a history lesson: it’s a meditation on collective agency and the power of marginalized voices to shape culture
- A quiet but persistent reminder that horror isn’t only monsters—sometimes the real terror lies in systemic erasure and silence
