Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame

This feature documentary traces the political career of T.C. (Tommy) Douglas, former premier of Saskatchewan and leader of the New Democratic Party, who was voted the Greatest Canadian in 2004 for his devotion to social causes, his charm and his powers of persuasion. Known as the "Father of Medicare," this one-time champion boxer and fiery preacher entered politics in the 1930s and never looked back.

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  • canadianmonster

    “he was a leader of the people and not a puppet of the rich” — canadianmonster, 30 Sep 2012

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Film Credit

director
Elise Swerhone
producer
Adam Symansky
Elise Swerhone
script
Donald Brittain
narrator
Donald Brittain
cinematography
Ian Elkin
Charles Konowal
Zoe Dirse
sound
Leon Johnson
Donald List
Jean-Guy Normandin
editing
Ian Rankin
sound editing
Raymond Vermette
sound mixer
Hans Peter Strobl
Shelley Craig
music
John McCulloch

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