Polish Dance (1944)
This short documentary profiles the traditional music and pageantry of Polish-Canadians in Manitoba. The heritage and national traditions of Poland were brought to Canada by immigrants and sustained across generations. The colourful traditional dress and lively music of Polish-Canadians is captured by ethnomusicologist Laura Boulton, a pioneering woman in the educational documentary film movement whose goal was to “capture, absorb, and bring back the world’s music.”
Director: Laura Boulton
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 8 min
Release Date: January 1, 1944
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
Keywords
dance, woman director, traditional dancer, polish
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Polish Dance about?
- This short documentary profiles the traditional music and pageantry of Polish-Canadians in Manitoba. The heritage and national traditions of Poland were brought to Canada by immigrants and sustained across generations. The colourful traditional dress and lively music of Polish-Canadians is captured by ethnomusicologist Laura Boulton, a pioneering woman in the educational documentary film movement whose goal was to “capture, absorb, and bring back the world’s music.”
- Who directed Polish Dance?
- Polish Dance was directed by Laura Boulton.
- How long is Polish Dance?
- Polish Dance has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).
- What genre is Polish Dance?
- Polish Dance is a Documentary film.
- Where was Polish Dance produced?
- Polish Dance was produced in Canada.