The Colours of My Father: A Portrait of Sam Borenstein


The Colours of My Father: A Portrait of Sam Borenstein is a 1992 Canadian short animated documentary film directed by Joyce Borenstein.

Summary

The film explores her father, the Canadian painter Sam Borenstein, using various animation techniques alongside integrating archival material, filmed sequences and the paintings themselves to reminisce friends and family and bringing his artwork to life.

Accolades

It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short. In Canada, it was named best short documentary at the 12th Genie Awards.