The Longer Trail (1956)

A young indigenous man contracts tuberculosis and is sent to the Charles Camsell Indian Hospital in Edmonton. He struggles with the aftereffects of the illness but tries to move forward and get a job.

Director: Fergus McDonell
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 30 min
Release Date:

Screenplay

Cinematography: Donald Wilder
Editing: Dennis Sawyer
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en

Themes

Social Commentary and Reflection

Keywords

racism, tuberculosis, indigenous peoples, racial discrimination

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Longer Trail about?
A young indigenous man contracts tuberculosis and is sent to the Charles Camsell Indian Hospital in Edmonton. He struggles with the aftereffects of the illness but tries to move forward and get a job.
Who directed The Longer Trail?
The Longer Trail was directed by Fergus McDonell.
How long is The Longer Trail?
The Longer Trail has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
What genre is The Longer Trail?
The Longer Trail is a Drama film.
Where was The Longer Trail produced?
The Longer Trail was produced in Canada.
What are the themes of The Longer Trail?
The themes of The Longer Trail include: Social Commentary and Reflection.