The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar
1969 | 50m | English
Popularity: 1 (history)
| Director: | Peter Pearson |
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| Writer: | Joan Finnigan |
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| "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). | |
| Release Date: | Mar 01, 1969 |
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| Director: | Peter Pearson |
| Writer: | Joan Finnigan |
| Genres: | Drama |
| Keywords | alcoholism, bushman, ottawa valley |
| Production Companies | ONF | NFB |
| Box Office |
Revenue: $0
Budget: $0 |
| Updates |
Updated: Aug 04, 2025 Entered: May 05, 2024 |
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Margot Kidder | Rosie |
| Kate Reid | Glad |
| Chris Wiggins | Emery Prometer |
| William Thourlby | Adam |
| Paisley Maxwell | Miss Angelus |
| Name | Job |
|---|---|
| Joan Finnigan | Screenplay |
| Tony Ianzelo | Director of Photography |
| Michael McKennirey | Editor |
| Michael Milne | Art Direction |
| Robert Fleming | Music Editor |
| Peter Pearson | Director |
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| John Kemeny | Producer |
| Barrie Howells | Producer |
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