Free, reservations required.
All ages
Duration: Expect to spend 1 hour visiting the exhibition*
*Depending on the attendance, the duration of the exhibition may be extended.
Last entry: 6 PM
407 Saint-Pierre Street
Galeries 2 & 3
Montreal, Quebec, H2Y 2M3
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The story of a Quebec filmmaker shaped through music.
With the participation of Marc-André Grondin, Evelyne Brochu, Denis Villeneuve, Reese Witherspoon, Vanessa Paradis, Laura Dern and others.
Jean-Marc Vallée: Mixtape is an exhibition that offers visitors a multimedia and sound journey into the memory and work of the director for whom emotion was a rich territory, lived, felt and expressed through music.
Drawing on the testimonies of his collaborators and those close to him, inspired by his love of music, the exhibition paints a portrait of the artist and explores the legacies he left behind.
Music was the starting point for all the projects of Jean-Marc Vallée, and his greatest source of inspiration for his films, his characters, his dreams and his life. Mixtapes were an essential part of his creative process. He shared them with friends and collaborators, and created them specifically for his future creations.
Mixtape is composed of four installations and a sound environment that accompanies and envelops the public along the way. These different spaces highlight a number of key moments in Vallée's career, but are above all an invitation to delve into the artist's mind and music, to discover what inspired him in his daily life, what influenced him in his creation, and what was translated to the big screen.
A musical journey
Many of you have asked for access to the playlist featured at the heart of the exhibition. Here is a small selection of songs that Jean-Marc loved and listened to, which you can explore before or after your visit to extend your experience beyond our walls. Compiled by Aisling Chin-Yee:
Director, screenwriter, editor, producer and music lover, Jean-Marc Vallée, was born in Montreal on March 9, 1963, and died at Berthier-sur-Mer, Quebec, on December 25 2021, at the age of 58.
His body of work, comprised mainly of feature films produced in Quebec and in the U.S., was recognized the world over: Black List (1995), Los Locos (1997), C.R.A.Z.Y. (2005), The Young Victoria (2009); Café de Flore (2011), Dallas Buyer’s Club (2013), Wild (2014), and Demolition (2015). He also made several short films such as Stereotypes (1992), Les fleurs magiques (1995) and Les mots magiques (1998) and directed the outstanding television series Big Little Lies (2017-2019) and Sharp Objects (2018). A Companion of the Order of Canada (arts & letters) and an Officer in the National Order of Quebec, Jean-Marc received numerous accolades throughout his career, including several Genie, Iris and Emmy Awards, as well as a distinguished honour, awarded posthumously, from the University of Montreal, where he studied filmmaking.
With the collaboration of Alex Vallée and the family of Jean-Marc Vallée
Major Partner
Presented by
With the support of
Media Partner
Distribution Partner
JEAN-MARC VALLÉE
MIXTAPE
An exhibition created and produced by PHI
With the collaboration of Alex Vallée and the family of Jean-Marc Vallée
This project was made possible through the Call For Projects to Promote Québec Culture From the Ministry of Culture and Communications
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CREATION
Chief Creative Officer and Exhibit Co-Designer
Phoebe Greenberg
Creative Director and Exhibit Designer
Sylvain Dumais
Scenographer
Daniel Demay
Interview Producer and Content Researcher
Ariane Cipriani
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EXECUTIVE PRODUCTION
Executive Producer and Content Producer
Émilie Heckmann
Associate Producer
Alex Vallée
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SOUND DESIGN
Sound Supervisor
Philippe Rochefort
Assistant Sound Recordist
Moon Apple
RECORDING STUDIO
Studio de son PHI : Montréal
L.A. Studios / Margarita Mix Santa Monica : Los Angeles
The Garden of Sound : Los Angeles
PostWorks New York : New York
Digital Audio Post : Nashville
Studio la Seine : Paris
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PRODUCTION
Line Producer
Valérie Gareau
Exhibition Manager
Vincent Paquette
Production and Content Manager
Raphë
Licensing and Permissions – French content
Nancy Marcotte
Licensing and Permissions – English content
Elspeth Domville
Music supervision and rights clearance
TRAM7
Producer, Artist Contract Management
Julie Lorazo
Legal Services
Me Annie Francoeur: Delegatus
Text Writer
Andrew Gray
Translators and Proofreading
Daniel Fiset
Stéphanie Girouard
Rafael Poggetti
Administrative Coordinator
Melissa Miceli
Audiovisual Project Manager
Stéphanie L’Allier
Mylène Levesque
Editing and Video Archives Coordination
Kevin Delamourd
Charlie Poirier-Bouthillette
Set Design Fabrication
Acmé Décors
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TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Technical Director
Michaël Lefebvre
Assistant Technical Director
Vincent Lafrenière
Technical Designer
Eliot Sarrazin
Programming Technician – Mixtapes
Ké Medley
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COMMUNICATIONS
Chief, New Media Partnerships and Public Relations
Myriam Achard
Communications & PR Manager
Pierre-Olivier Marinier Leseize
MARKETING
Marketing Director
Jeremy Leith
Artistic Director
Michel Ouellette
Team Lead & Senior Projects Manager
Marion Dewaele
Marketing Manager
Hélène Poulain
Digital Content Coordinator
Jeanne Lacelle
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FINANCING
Director, Revenues, Public and Private Finance
Mikael Chagnon
Revenues and Financing Projects Manager
Brianne Cloutier
Marie-Pier Gagnon
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RESEARCH AND KNOWLEDGE SHARING
Denis Babin: Friend
Yves Bélanger: Cinematographer
Beyries: Singer and Songwriter
François Blouin: Director
François Boulay: Screenwriter
Evelyne Brochu: Actress
Aisling Chin-Yee: Director & Partner
Marc Côté: Visual Effects Supervisor and Producer
Marie-Julie Dallaire: Filmmaker
Laura Dern: Actress
Pierre Even: Producer
Gavin Fernandes: Film & TV Mixer
Anne Marie Fox: Photographer
Marc-André Grondin: Actor
Susan Jacobs: Music Supervisor
Michael Kiwanuka: Songwriter and Musician
Matthew McConaughey: Academy Award-Winning Actor
Mona Medawar: Script Supervisor
Vanessa Paradis: Singer, Model and Actress
Hope Parrish: Prop Master
Yves Perreault: Friend
Malina Saval: Photographer
Judy Servay: Friend
Bryan Sipe: Screenwriter
Alexandra Stréliski: Pianist, Author, and Composer
Alex Vallée: Son of Jean-Marc Vallée
Patrice Vermette: Artistic Designer
Denis Villeneuve: Filmmaker
Reese Witherspoon: Actress and Film Producer
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PRELUDE
Multimedia Directors
Sylvain Dumais
Phoebe Greenberg
Model Maker
Nancy Belzile
Narrator
Alex Vallée
Video Editor
Guillaume Marin-Lafond
Film and TV Series excerpts, in order of appearance
Footage from C.R.A.Z.Y. courtesy of Attraction Images / Productions ZAC Inc. All rights reserved.
Footage from Demolition courtesy of 20th Century Studios, Inc.
Demolition within Canada courtesy of VVS Films. All rights reserved.
Footage from Café de Flore courtesy of Item 7. All rights reserved.
Footage from Wild courtesy of 20th Century Studios, Inc. All rights reserved.
Extrait de Big Little Lies avec l'aimable autorisation de Home Box Office, Inc. All rights reserved.
Songs, in order of appearance
Sympathy for the Devil
Performed by The Rolling Stones
(Michael Jagger, Keith Richards)
Published by Abkco Music inc, Red Brick Music Publishing II
Courtesy of Abkco Music & Records, inc.
Mr. Big (Live)
Performed by Free
(Andrew Fraser, Simon Kirke, Paul Kossoff, Paul Rodgers)
Published by Blue Mountain Music Ltd, Universal Music Publishing Canada II
Courtesy of Interscope Geffen (A&M) Records, une division de / a division of UMG Recordings inc.
Hands Around My Throat
Performed by Death In Vegas
(Daniel Bitney, Kenneth Brown, Max Freedman, John Herndon, Timothy Holmes, Nicola Kuperus, Richard Maguire, Douglas McCombs, John McEntire, Adam Miller, James Myers)
Published by SC Publishing inc, The Ghostly International Company, Ersatz Publishing, Compositions of Rough Trade Publishing, Deconstruction Songs Ltd, Onions Wrapper in Rubber, Rough Trade Publishing Canada, Rough Trade Publishing Canada B, Rough Trade Songs, Sentric Music Canada Ltd Co. Sentric Music Ltd, Shimmer-Fade Music, Universal Music-MGB Songs, Universal Music Publishing Canada, Warner Chappell Music Canada Ltd, WC Music Corp.
Courtesy of BMG UK & Ireland Ltd.
El Condor Pasa (If I Could)
Performed by Simon & Garfunkel
(Paul Simon, Daniel Alomía Robles, Jorge Milchberg)
Published by Edward B Marks Music Company, Paul Simon Canada, Paul Simon Music, Sony/ATV Songs, Sony ATV Songs LLC
Courtesy of Columbia Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment
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SHORT FILMS
Les fleurs magiques et Les mots magiques Courtesy of JM Films Inc.
All rights reserved.
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THE MIXTAPES
Director
Sylvain Dumais
Interview Editor
Natalie Fleurant
ARCHIVES
CBC Licensing
Archive Festival de cinéma de la ville de Québec
Songs
What a Diff'rence a Day Makes
Performed by Dinah Washington
(Stanley Adams, Maria Grever)
Published by Carlin Music Publishing Canada, Edward B Marks Music Company, Red Brick Music Publishing II
Courtesy of UMG Recordings inc.
Tout écartillé
Performed by Robert Charlebois
(Robert Charlebois, Marcel Sabourin)
Published by Les éditions Expérience inc, Les éditions Gamma Ltée. (Gamma Publishing Co.)
Courtesy of Unidisc Music inc.
Svefn-g-englar
Performed by Sigur Rós
(Jón Þór Birgisson, Ágúst Ævar Gunnarsson, Georg Hólm, Kjartan Sveinsson)
Published by Universal Music Corporation, Universal Music Publishing Canada I, Universal Polygram International Publishing I
Courtesy of Krunk.
Just Like Heaven
Performed by The Cure
(Robert Smith, Simon Gallup, Porl Thompson, Boris Williams, Laurence Tolhurst, Porl Thompson)
Published by Fiction Songs Ltd, Universal Music Publishing Canada I
Courtesy of Elektra Entertainment Group.
El Condor Pasa (If I Could)
Performed by Simon & Garfunkel
(Paul Simon, Daniel Alomía Robles, Jorge Milchberg)
Published by Edward B Marks Music Company, Paul Simon Canada, Paul Simon Music, Sony/ATV Songs, Sony ATV Songs LLC
Courtesy of Columbia Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment.
Cold Little Heart
Performed by Michael Kiwanuka
(Brian Burton, Dean Josiah Cover, Michael Kiwanuka)
Published by Sweet Science, Warner Chappell Music Canada Ltd, Warner Chappell Music Publishing Limited
Courtesy of Polydor Ltd. (UK)
Warmest Regards
Performed by Half Moon Run
(Conner Molander, Dylan Phillips, Devon Portielje, Isaac Nathan Symonds)
Published by Strange Loop Music Publishing LLC A, The Pepper Gang inc.
Courtesy of The Pepper Gang inc.
Prélude
Performed by Alexandra Stréliski
(Alexandra Stréliski)
Published by 9057-0581 Québec inc, White Turtle Publishing
Courtesy of Alexandra Stréliski under exclusive license to Secret City Records inc.
Le départ
Performed by Alexandra Stréliski
(Alexandra Stréliski)
Published by 9057-0581 Québec inc, White Turtle Publishing
Courtesy of Alexandra Stréliski under exclusive license to Secret City Records inc.
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THE VOICES
Director and Editor
Jenny Cartwright
Lighting Programmer
Neno Sarkisian
Songs
The Hills
Performed by Alexandra Stréliski
(Alexandra Stréliski)
Published by Secret City Publishing inc, White Turtle Publishing
Courtesy of Pianoscope inc under exclusive license to Secret City Records inc.
Field Recordist
Martin Pinsonnault
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AFFICHES / POSTERS
Poster from C.R.A.Z.Y. courtesy of Attraction Images / Productions ZAC Inc. All rights reserved.
Poster from Café de Flore courtesy of Item 7. All rights reserved.
Poster from Dallas Buyers Club courtesy of Truth Entertainment. All rights reserved.
Poster from Wild courtesy of 20th Century Studios, Inc. All rights reserved.
Poster from Demolition courtesy of 20th Century Studios, Inc.
Demolition within Canada courtesy of VVS Films. All rights reserved.
Poster from Big Little Lies courtesy of Home Box Office, Inc. All rights reserved.
Poster from Sharp Objects courtesy of Home Box Office, Inc. All rights reserved.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Chloé Banville
Yves Bélanger
Marie-Julie Dallaire
Renelle Desjardins
Pierre Even: Item 7
Jeannette Garcia: Item 7
Martin Léon
Isabelle Raynauld
Richard Speer: Attraction
Alexandra Stréliski
Secret City Records
Union des artistes
We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Jean-Marc Vallée’s family, friends and close collaborators for their invaluable support and contributions. Thanks to their trust, we’ve had the privilege of honouring his memory. Jean-Marc lives on in the stories we share and in the hearts of those who continue to be inspired by his vision.
What can I expect from the exhibition Mixtape?
Mixtape is an immersive exhibition that invites you to explore the multimedia and sound universe of film director Jean-Marc Vallée. Through four installations and an enveloping sound environment, the exhibition immerses you in the artist's memory and work, emphasizing the importance of music in his creative process. You'll discover how the mixtapes Vallée created for his projects were essential sources of inspiration for his films, his characters, his dreams, and his life. Combining the testimonies of his collaborators and those close to him, Mixtape paints an intimate portrait of the artist, inviting you to dive into his musical and creative universe, both intimate and cinematic.
Do I need to reserve tickets to visit the exhibition?
Yes, while the exhibition is free you still need to reserve a ticket. You can book your ticket in advance on our online box office https://billetterie.phi.ca or by visiting the exhibition, where a member of our team will be pleased to assist you.
Is the exhibition accessible to children?
Yes, admission to the exhibition is open to people of all ages, including children. However, children must be supervised by their parents or accompanying adults during the visit.
How long does the exhibition last?
The duration of the visit can vary from person to person, and can take up to an hour. It is important that you arrive 15 minutes before the start of your visit.
In what language is the exhibition presented?
The exhibition is presented in French and English.
Is there mediation available for this exhibition?
PHI offers mediation for all its exhibitions and experiences. We encourage you to engage with our staff.
Can I take photos during the exhibition?
Yes, you can take photos during the exhibition. However, only photos without flash are allowed.
Hygiene and cleaning
Our team follows a meticulous protocol of hygiene measures: all equipment, including helmets, are carefully disinfected with wipes for effective sterilization.
Where can I get tickets?
We recommend that you purchase your tickets in advance via our online box office https://billetterie.phi.ca.
Is it possible to get tickets on site?
Yes, it is possible to get free tickets on site from our box office. However, we suggest that you reserve your tickets in advance as places are limited.
Do I have to print my ticket(s)?
It is not necessary, but if you wish to print them, we accept both paper and electronic tickets. We encourage you to use electronic tickets.
Are you unable to attend the event you originally booked? Would you like to exchange your ticket for another date?
To modify your reservation or change the date, we invite you to contact us by phone at 514-225-0525 during business hours, or via our e-mail address [email protected].
What happens if I can't find my tickets?
You can contact us by phone at 514-225-0525 during our opening hours or via our email address [email protected] mentioning your full name, the email address associated with your purchase, and the exhibition in question.
Is it possible to transfer my ticket to another person?
Unfortunately, the PHI ticketing system does not offer the ability to transfer tickets. You can share your ticket with a friend or family member, but you will remain the ticket holder and purchaser.
If a time slot is full, is there another way to get tickets?
Unfortunately, once a time slot is sold out, it is not possible to obtain additional tickets. Subsequent time slots will be released each month. However, we invite you to keep an eye on https://billetterie.phi.ca as tickets may eventually be released.
If I have a problem with my online order, who can I contact?
You can contact us by phone at 514-225-0525 during our opening hours or via our email address [email protected]. Please provide us with your full name, your purchase order number, the name of the exhibition concerned, and a description of the issue.
What happens if I am late for my time slot?
If you happen to miss your time slot, please ask a staff member upon arrival and our team will try to accommodate you to the best of our abilities. If the day's time slots are full, then you may lose your access. It is very important to arrive on time.
I would like to book a group visit; how does it work?
For school visits, corporate visits, or group visits of 10 people or more, please complete this form.
To contact us directly, please call 514-225-0525 or write to us at [email protected].
Do all members of my group have to be present to do the experience together?
Yes, if you would like to do the experience together. If you are planning a visit and think your group may arrive at different times, we suggest you order your tickets separately.
Is there on-site parking at 407 Saint-Pierre?
No, the building has no parking facilities. However, City of Montreal parking spaces are available nearby.
Are there restrooms available on the premises?
Yes, toilets are available on site to ensure the comfort of our public.
Which transportation options are best for getting to 407 Saint-Pierre?
At PHI, we value public transportation. At all times, the building at 407 Saint-Pierre is accessible by metro (between Square-Victoria-OACI and Place-d'Armes stations), bus, car, and, when seasons permit, by bike (two BIXI stations are nearby) or on foot.
Is there a coat check on site?
We have a self service and unsupervised coat check area. However, we do not recommend that you bring any bags with you.
Are the facilities accessible to people with reduced mobility?
Yes, the building and exhibition are accessible to people with reduced mobility. Please contact us at 514-225-0525 or [email protected] after booking your ticket so that we can accommodate you appropriately.
Are the installations adapted for access by wheelchair users, children or people of short stature?
Yes, all installations are accessible to people of short stature, as well as wheelchair users and children. Accommodations have been made to ensure that this is a comfortable and inclusive experience for all members of the public.
Are there elevators and ramps?
Yes, there is an elevator and there are access ramps to make your visit easier.
Does PHI offer sign language translation services?
No, PHI does not offer sign language translation services.
Are audio-description devices available for exhibitions?
No, PHI does not offer audio-description devices.
Does the exhibition offer facilities adapted for the deaf or hearing-impaired?
The four installations feature transcriptions integrated into the work, making it more accessible to the deaf and hearing-impaired.
Are the toilets accessible?
Yes, we have a accessible toilet and gender-neutral toilets. We also have a changing table.
Does the 407 Saint-Pierre building have reserved parking spaces for people with disabilities?
No, the building has no parking spaces specifically reserved for people with disabilities.
Are there any flashing images in the content?
Yes, some installations contain flashing images. Visitors with photosensitivity or epilepsy are advised to exercise caution. If you are planning a visit, please ask our on-site staff for further information and advice.
Are assistance dogs allowed?
Yes, assistance dogs are welcome.
