Enemy Alien
1975
26 min
Coming soon
This documentary tells the story of the frustration and injustice experienced by Japanese Canadians, who fought long and hard to be accepted as Canadians.
Details
This documentary tells the story of the frustration and injustice experienced by Japanese Canadians, who fought long and hard to be accepted as Canadians.
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directorJeanette Lerman
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editingJeanette Lerman
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executive producerWolf Koenig
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commentaryStanley JacksonJeanette Lerman
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cameraEugene Boyko
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animation cameraRaymond DumasSimon Leblanc
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sound editingJohn Knight
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re-recordingJean-Pierre Joutel
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consultantDavid Suzuki
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narratorStanley Jackson
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musicEldon Rathburn
Education
Ages 14 to 17
Civics/Citizenship - Human Rights
Diversity - Diversity in Communities
History - World War II
Social Studies - Social History
Before
viewing, students brainstorm ideas about Japanese in Canada, including WW2.
After viewing, have students create a timeline of Japanese immigration in
Canada. Outline the War Measures Act. Does it resemble any other legislation
today? (ex: US Patriot Act, Canada Anti-terrorism Act.) Who might be targeted
by this legislation? Research statistics on Japanese Canadian population
growth and economic status. What other
groups
have endured similar treatment in Canada or throughout the world? Have
students write historical impact statements as victims of persecution.
