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The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar

The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar

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The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar

1969
0h 50m
6.0(1 votes)
Drama

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).

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5 members
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Margot Kidder

Rosie

Margot Kidder
Acting

Kate Reid

Glad

Kate Reid
Acting

Chris Wiggins

Emery Prometer

Chris Wiggins
Acting

William Thourlby

Adam

William Thourlby
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Paisley Maxwell

Miss Angelus

Paisley Maxwell

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