The Doves () is a Canadian drama film, directed by Jean-Claude Lord and released in 1972.Gerald Pratley, A Century of Canadian Cinema. Lynx Images, 2003. . p. 64. The film stars Jean Besré as Julien Ferland, a wealthy young university professor who marries Josianne Boucher (Lise Thouin), an aspiring singer from a more working-class background, against the disapproval of their families.Charles-Henri Ramond, "Colombes, Les – Film de Jean-Claude Lord". Films du Québec, January 4, 2009.
The cast also includes Jean Duceppe, Manda Parent, Paul Berval, Jean Coutu and Diane Guérin, as well as singers Françoise Hardy and Willie Lamothe in small supporting roles.
The film was entered into competition at the 24th Canadian Film Awards.Les Wedman, "Etrog our Oscar". Vancouver Sun, October 6, 1972.
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