The Contour Connection (1983)

As part of a geography course, students learn to do topographical surveys. A stroll at the Champlain lookout, in the Outaouais region, will allow them to familiarize themselves with the different methods in use from Samuel de Champlain to the present day. Finally, a visit to the Directorate of Energy, Mines and Resources Canada, in Ottawa, will introduce them to a new device capable of automatically drawing contour lines. This film describes this new technique of digital mapping and gives us an overview of the progress it brings in this field.

Director: Colin Low
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 28 min
Release Date:

Cast

Music: André Vincelli
Cinematography: Ernest McNabb
Editing: Michael McKennirey
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Contour Connection about?
As part of a geography course, students learn to do topographical surveys. A stroll at the Champlain lookout, in the Outaouais region, will allow them to familiarize themselves with the different methods in use from Samuel de Champlain to the present day. Finally, a visit to the Directorate of Energy, Mines and Resources Canada, in Ottawa, will introduce them to a new device capable of automatically drawing contour lines. This film describes this new technique of digital mapping and gives us an overview of the progress it brings in this field.
Who directed The Contour Connection?
The Contour Connection was directed by Colin Low.
Who stars in The Contour Connection?
The Contour Connection stars Walter Massey, Tom Rack, Ben Lev.
How long is The Contour Connection?
The Contour Connection has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
What genre is The Contour Connection?
The Contour Connection is a Documentary film.
Where was The Contour Connection produced?
The Contour Connection was produced in Canada.