History on the Run: The Media and the '79 Election

History on the Run: The Media and the '79 Election

10.0 / 1019790h 57m

Synopsis

This documentary examines the media's coverage of the Canadian federal election of May 1979. Filmed over a 3-week period, it takes a fascinating look at journalists in action and the politicians who attempt to manipulate the media.

Genre: Documentary

Status: Released

Director: Peter Raymont

Website: https://www.nfb.ca/film/history_on_the_run

Main Cast

Pierre Elliott Trudeau

Pierre Elliott Trudeau

Prime Minister / Liberal leader

Joe Clark

Joe Clark

PC leader

Ed Broadbent

NDP leader

Richard Gwyn

journalist

Jim Munson

journalist

Mark Phillips

journalist

Doug Small

journalist

Suzanne Perry

Liberal campaign

Peter O'Malley

NDP campaign

Fred Ennis

radio journalist

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