Western Brigade (1958)

Western Brigade (1958) poster

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:
Cinematography: Eugene Boyko
Editing: Martin Defalco
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en

Keywords

fire brigade, firefighting, alberta canada, alberta

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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.