Grierson
A portrait of John Grierson, the first Canadian Government Film Commissioner and founder of the National Film Board in 1939. Interweaving archival footage, interviews with people who knew him and footage of Grierson himself, this film is a sensitive and informative portrait of a dynamic man of vision. Grierson believed that the filmmaker had a social responsibility, and that film could help a society realize democratic ideals. His absolute faith in the value of capturing the drama of everyday life was to influence generations of filmmakers all over the world. In fact, he coined the term 'documentary film'.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Grierson
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 1973-09-13
- Runtime: 58 minutes
- Rating: 6.5/10 (2 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: ONF | NFB
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.0737
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Michael Kane
as Narrator (voice)
John Grierson
as Self (archive footage)
Norman McLaren
as Self (archive footage)
Sydney Newman
as Self
Basil Wright
as Self
Lorne Greene
as Self
Woodrow Wilson
as Self (archive footage)
Roberto Rossellini
as Self
Joseph McCarthy
as Self (archive footage)
Joris Ivens
as Self
Gallery
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grierson?â–Ľ
Grierson is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1973-09-13.
Who are the main actors in Grierson?â–Ľ
The main cast includes Michael Kane, John Grierson, Norman McLaren, Sydney Newman, Basil Wright, .
Where can I watch Grierson online?â–Ľ
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Grierson is available.
Is Grierson based on a true story?â–Ľ
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Grierson?â–Ľ
Grierson has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 2 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Grierson?â–Ľ
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Grierson?â–Ľ
The soundtrack was composed by ONF | NFB. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Grierson filmed?â–Ľ
Grierson was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Grierson?â–Ľ
The total runtime of Grierson is 58 minutes.
Is Grierson suitable for kids?â–Ľ
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Grierson?â–Ľ
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Grierson.
Does Grierson have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ
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