Chandler's Mill (1990)

A historical drama set in 1889, Chandler's Mill examines the plight of workers, and particularly child workers, in the New Brunswick wool industry. The story revolves around the efforts of one young teenage girl to better the lives of her friend and other workers, on the eve of a public hearing of the Canadian Royal Commission on Capital and Labour. Through the use of historical re-enactment, Chandler's Mill explores the issues of child labour, worker's rights and union organizing in 19th-century Canada.

Director: Joan Henson
Genre: History, Drama
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Chris Crilly
Editing: Rita Roy
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Labor Unions and Strike Resistance

Keywords

child labour, industrial society , labor union, cotton mill, new brunswick, young girl

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chandler's Mill about?
A historical drama set in 1889, Chandler's Mill examines the plight of workers, and particularly child workers, in the New Brunswick wool industry. The story revolves around the efforts of one young teenage girl to better the lives of her friend and other workers, on the eve of a public hearing of the Canadian Royal Commission on Capital and Labour. Through the use of historical re-enactment, Chandler's Mill explores the issues of child labour, worker's rights and union organizing in 19th-century Canada.
Who directed Chandler's Mill?
Chandler's Mill was directed by Joan Henson.
Who stars in Chandler's Mill?
Chandler's Mill stars Jim Belding, Doug Sutherland.
How long is Chandler's Mill?
Chandler's Mill has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
What genre is Chandler's Mill?
Chandler's Mill is a History, Drama film.
Where was Chandler's Mill produced?
Chandler's Mill was produced in Canada.
What are the themes of Chandler's Mill?
The themes of Chandler's Mill include: Labor Unions and Strike Resistance.