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.
Cast
Crew
Elise Swerhone
Director, Producer
Donald Brittain
Writer
Ian Rankin
Editor
Ian Elkin
Cinematography
Charles Konowal
Cinematography
Zoe Dirse
Cinematography
Jan D'Arcy
Executive Producer
Ches Yetman
Executive Producer
Adam Symansky
Producer
Raymond Vermette
Sound Editor
Hans Peter Strobl
Sound Mixer
Shelley Craig
Sound Mixer
Leon Johnson
Sound
Donald List
Sound
Jean-Guy Normandin
Sound
John McCulloch
Music
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