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

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

Release Date: 1979-07-01

Overview: 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.

Rating: 10 / 10

Cast

Pierre Elliott Trudeau

Pierre Elliott Trudeau

as Prime Minister / Liberal leader

Joe Clark

Joe Clark

as PC leader

Ed Broadbent

Ed Broadbent

as NDP leader

Richard Gwyn

Richard Gwyn

as journalist

Jim Munson

Jim Munson

as journalist

Crew

  • Richard Nichol - Sound Recordist

  • Peter Raymont - Writer

  • Peter Raymont - Director

  • Andreas Poulsson - Director of Photography

  • Daniel Dutka - Sound Editor

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