Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame
Jan 01, 1986 · 57m
Director
Elise SwerhoneOverview
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 of Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame
Crew of Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame
Elise SwerhoneDirector, Producer
Donald BrittainWriter
Adam SymanskyProducer- Jan D'ArcyExecutive Producer
- Ches YetmanExecutive Producer
- Ian RankinEditor
- Ian ElkinCinematography
- Charles KonowalCinematography
- Zoe DirseCinematography
- John McCullochMusic
- Leon JohnsonSound
- Donald ListSound
- Jean-Guy NormandinSound
- Hans Peter StroblSound Mixer
- Raymond VermetteSound Editor
- Shelley CraigSound Mixer
About Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame
What is Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame about?
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…
When was Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame released?
Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame was released on January 1, 1986.
How long is Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame?
Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame runs 57 minutes.
Who directed Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame?
Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame was directed by Elise Swerhone.
Who is in the cast of Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame?
The cast of Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame includes Tommy Douglas (Tommy Douglas), Donald Brittain (Narrator), Carlyle King (Carlyle King), Irma Douglas (Irma Douglas) and Shirley Douglas (self).