The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar (movie)

Name: The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar
Director: Peter Pearson
Released: 1969-2-1
Rating: 6
Cast: Margot Kidder, Kate Reid, Chris Wiggins, William Thourlby, Paisley Maxwell

User score: 6
Production country: Canada
Producer: Peter Pearson
Production companies: ONF | NFB
Genre: Drama
Release date: 3/1/1969
Run time: 50 min.

Movie description

"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).