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

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

100.00% | July 1, 1979 | Documentary

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.

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Richard Nichol
Sound Recordist
Peter Raymont
Director
Peter Raymont
Writer
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Pierre Elliott Trudeau
Pierre Elliott Trudeau
Prime Minister / Liberal leader
Joe Clark
Joe Clark
PC leader
Ed Broadbent
Ed Broadbent
NDP leader
Richard Gwyn
Richard Gwyn
journalist
Jim Munson
Jim Munson
journalist

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