History on the Run: The Media and the '79 Election

57m

This documentary examines the media's coverage of the Canadian federal election of May 1979. Filmed over a 3-week period, it takes a fascinating look at journalists in action and the politicians who attempt to manipulate the media.

Cast

Pierre Elliott Trudeau

Prime Minister / Liberal leader

Crew

Peter Raymont

Director, Writer, Editor, Producer

Simon Riley

Editor, Producer

Andreas Poulsson

Director of Photography

Daniel Dutka

Sound Editor

Hans Peter Strobl

Sound Re-Recording Mixer

Richard Nichol

Sound Recordist, Sound

History on the Run: The Media and the '79 Election

Cast

Crew

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