
Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame
1986 · Movie · 57m
Documentary
Overview
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.
Ratings
IMDb
6.6/10
Key crew
- Elise SwerhoneDirector
- Donald BrittainWriter
Cast
- Tommy DouglasTommy Douglas
- Donald BrittainNarrator
- Carlyle KingCarlyle King
- Irma DouglasIrma Douglas
- Shirley Douglasself
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Themes
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