The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar

Synopsis

"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).

Main Cast

Margot Kidder

Rosie

Age : 69 | Popularity : 10%

Kate Reid

Glad

Age : 62 | Popularity : 4%

Chris Wiggins

Emery Prometer

Age : 86 | Popularity : 3%

William Thourlby

Adam

Age : 89 | Popularity : 3%

Paisley Maxwell

Miss Angelus

Age : 79 | Popularity : 3%

Crew

Department	Role	Name
Directing	Director	Peter Pearson
Production	Producer	John Kemeny Barrie Howells
Editing	Editor	Michael McKennirey
Art	Art Direction	Michael Milne
Sound	Music Editor	Robert Fleming
Writing	Screenplay	Joan Finnigan
Camera	Director of Photography	Tony Ianzelo
Department	Role	Name

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