bp (pushing the boundaries)

Brian Nash
48 minutes • 2004
Includes discussion guide

Also available on DVD

In this award-winning documentary, filmmaker Brian Nash has created a tapestry of style and content as he reveals the essence of the late poet bpNichol, author of over 300 publications including books of poetry and fiction, sound recordings, television scripts, libretti and comic strips. The film is thought-provoking, experimental, wildly playful and captures the work and spirit of bpNichol (1944-88), who in 1970 was the youngest recipient ever of the prestigious Governor General's Award.

Interviews with Bill Bissett, Roy Miki, Fred Wah and Christian Bök, among a host of other writers and colleagues, reveal the profound impact of this eclectic artist.

Subject(s): Artists–bpNichol, Language, Literature, Poetry/Performance–Concrete poetry