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Opening Speech

7.019697mMovieAnimationComedy

Norman McLaren attempts to give the opening speech for the first Montreal International Film Festival, but his microphone won't cooperate.

DirectorNorman McLaren
WriterNorman McLaren

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Cast · Directed by Norman McLaren

NMNorman McLaren
Norman McLaren
Self

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Opening Speech — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Opening Speech?

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

Is Opening Speech on Netflix?

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

Is Opening Speech on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Opening Speech for free?

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