Antoine De Longue Épée began his career in cinema as a production assistant at the NFB. From 1978 to 1985, he was technical director, production manager, and director of production for Onix Film. $$ Between 1985 and 1986, he was a researcher for the Regional Council of Health and Social Services in the Eastern Townships. Since 1990, he has been making documentaries which deal realistically with social problems in Quebec.