The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar [138774]
Released: 1969-03-01
Revenue: $0
Budget: $0
Profit: $0
Runtime: 50 mins
Popularity: 0.4666
Vote Average: 6
Vote Count: 1
Overview: "The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar" tells the story of Emery Prometer, a proud bush worker in Ottawa Valley, resisting government aid to support his family. The film compassionately depicts their struggles and the resolve of Emery's daughter, Rosie, (Margot Kidder in her film debut) to break the cycle of poverty through education. This '60s NFB standout authentically portrays their dignity amid hardship, showcasing Canadian filmmaking despite hurdles from private broadcasters' cost concerns. The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar won eight Canadian Film Awards, including Best Picture (John Kemeny, Barrie Howells), Director (Peter Pearson), Cinematography (Tony Ianzelo), Screenplay (Joan Finnegan) and Lead Actor (Chris Wiggins).

Cast [5]
Margot Kidder
Rosie
Kate Reid
Glad
Chris Wiggins
Emery Prometer
William Thourlby
Adam
Paisley Maxwell
Miss Angelus


Hompage: http://nfb.ca/film/best_damn_fiddler_from_calabogie_to_kaladar

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