Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame
Release Date: 1986-01-01
Overview: 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.
Rating: 10 / 10
Cast
Tommy Douglas
as Tommy Douglas
Donald Brittain
as Narrator
Carlyle King
as Carlyle King
Irma Douglas
as Irma Douglas
Shirley Douglas
as self
Crew
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Elise Swerhone - Director
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Jan D'Arcy - Executive Producer
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Ches Yetman - Executive Producer
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Elise Swerhone - Producer
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Donald Brittain - Writer
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