Western Brigade (1958)
This short dramatic film illustrates a cooperative program of fire protection that was carried out across Alberta in the late 1950s. It presents the problems inherent in a voluntary fire brigade, as well as the everyday heroes who step up and get the job done. The film is an entertaining look at how a crew that was once considered to be the joke of the town can evolve into the best fire brigade in the West.
Director: Fergus McDonell
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date: January 1, 1958
Cinematography: Eugene Boyko
Editing: Martin Defalco
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
Keywords
fire brigade, firefighting, alberta canada, alberta
More Films by Director: Fergus McDonell
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Western Brigade about?
- This short dramatic film illustrates a cooperative program of fire protection that was carried out across Alberta in the late 1950s. It presents the problems inherent in a voluntary fire brigade, as well as the everyday heroes who step up and get the job done. The film is an entertaining look at how a crew that was once considered to be the joke of the town can evolve into the best fire brigade in the West.
- Who directed Western Brigade?
- Western Brigade was directed by Fergus McDonell.
- How long is Western Brigade?
- Western Brigade has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
- What genre is Western Brigade?
- Western Brigade is a Documentary film.
- Where was Western Brigade produced?
- Western Brigade was produced in Canada.