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In 2003 the Montreal artist Norman Leibovitch died and left more than 1100 paintings to his son. Despite having been virtually ignored by his father as a child, Charles has taken it upon himself to pursue his dying mother's wish to have “Leibovitch” recognized as a significant and important Jewish-Canadian artist. Charles and Norman chronicles the life of the artist as seen through the eyes of his son whose only real desire is to become a lounge singer. Charles' narrative is supported by both images of his father's art and his own musical performances. Told with both humour and pathos, film-maker Keith Cunningham's short documentary reflects on the complexity of a legacy and the impact it can have on a person's life.

A remnant of Vancouver's industrial past survives as a sprawling, enigmatic labyrinth of wood, brick and cement.

Originally built for western Canada’s largest manufacturer of furniture, the Restmore Company thrived in the first half of the last century. But, by the late 1950’s, Restmore was in decline and the building was shuttered in 1967.

The early 70’s brought a renewed but temporary use as a warehouse- the building was slated for demolition.

Today it is occupied by painters, sculptors, potters, photographers, and woodworkers who love the place for its open spaces, high ceilings and the odd ghost.

Living History - 1000 Parker chronicles the history & salvation of the iconic building as told by some of it’s current 200 artists along with the grandson of the original owner.