Patrick Bossé, native from Montreal, has been working as a documentary screenwriter and director for fifteen years. He also contributes as a designer to a variety of projects that combine storytelling, immersion, and interactivity. In addition to the documentary series North Star (2023), he notably directed the immersive film “Territoires des Amériques” (2021) about artist René Derouin’s sixty years of artistic practice.
Laurie and her intern Justine talk about the role women play in the field of astrophysics, and the creation of SIGNALS, the massive project headed by Laurie.
Laurie is a resident astronomer at the prestigious Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope. On the summit of Mauna Kea, this Quebec scientist is helping unravel the mysteries of star formation.
Laurie and her intern Justine Giroux take a dive into Hawaiian culture and tour the impressive CFHT observatory, more than 4,200 metres above sea level.
Laurie’s worldview is unique, drawing from elements of both Innu culture and her scientific knowledge. Her insight makes her an inspiring guest speaker for four high-school girls.