In Louis Riel, Patriot, Freynet relocates us via the "ninth art" to pre-Confederation Canada. Here we delve into the tragic life of the controversial Métis leader, Louis Riel, Founder of the Province of Manitoba and a Father of Confederation. Brought to life once more through this richly documented and faithful account, these monumental events in Canadian heritage continue to fascinate and awe. Against a backdrop of political intrigue international in scope, a single man must stand his ground and assure his people's place in a newly forged country... as well as his own in the pages of history.