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Beginnings

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An animated film created from pastel drawings by Clorinda Warny, Premiers Jours traces the complete cycle of life, from birth to adulthood, in four seasons, and through the evolution of earthly landscapes that become human bodies. Completed Postumously by Suzanne Gervais, Lina Gagnon

DirectorsClorinda Warny·Lina Gagnon
ProducersPierre Moretti·Gaston Sarault

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NFBNFB
Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

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Beginnings — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Beginnings?

Beginnings is streaming on NFB in Canada. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Beginnings on Netflix?

No, Beginnings is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on NFB.

Is Beginnings on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Beginnings isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on NFB instead.

Where can I watch Beginnings for free?

Beginnings is available to stream free (with ads) on NFB in Canada.