Turn of the Century
This short documentary examines the state of Canada at the end of the 19th century, with a look at the fashions, politics, technologies, and cultural trends that dominated the turn of the century. Equally dramatic, funny, and fascinating, the film puts both past and present into perspective through old photographs and silent film footage.
This short documentary examines the state of Canada at the end of the 19th century, with a look at the fashions, politics, technologies, and cultural trends that dominated the turn of the century. Equally dramatic, funny, and fascinating, the film puts both past and present into perspective through old photographs and silent film footage.
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producerWilliam Weintraub
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executive producerNicholas Balla
Use a T-chart to identify themes of continuity and changes at this time. Consider categories such as technology, regionalism, urbanization, economic opportunities, etc. What were some of the challenges that Canada and its citizens faced at this time? Consider which Canadians are the focus of this documentary. Whose voices and experiences have been left out? After researching the experiences of these excluded groups, adapt the film script to be more inclusive. Write a series of headlines or hashtags that summarizes the key characteristics of the turn of the century.
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Turn of the Century, , provided by the National Film Board of Canada