Prologue (1970)
This film tells the story of a young Montrealer who edits an underground newspaper with help from his female friend and a draft dodger from the United States. Two rival philosophies of dissenting youth become evident in the choices they make: militant protest vs. communal retreat. Including some seminal archival footage of a speech by legendary anti-war activist Abbie Hoffman and bloody rioting during the 1968 Democratic Convention in Chicago.
Director: Robin Spry
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 88 min
Release Date: January 29, 1970
Cast
- John Robbe - Jesse
- Elaine Malus - Karen
- Gary Rader - David
- Christopher Cordeaux - Neil
- Peter Cullen - Allen
- Henry Gamer - Karen's Father
- Victor Knight - Judge
- Abbie Hoffman - Himself (Archival Footage)
Cinematography: Douglas Kiefer
Editing: Christopher Cordeaux
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Budget: $106,180
Original Language: en
Keywords
politics, montreal, canada
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Prologue about?
- This film tells the story of a young Montrealer who edits an underground newspaper with help from his female friend and a draft dodger from the United States. Two rival philosophies of dissenting youth become evident in the choices they make: militant protest vs. communal retreat. Including some seminal archival footage of a speech by legendary anti-war activist Abbie Hoffman and bloody rioting during the 1968 Democratic Convention in Chicago.
- Who directed Prologue?
- Prologue was directed by Robin Spry.
- Who stars in Prologue?
- Prologue stars John Robbe, Elaine Malus, Gary Rader, Christopher Cordeaux, Peter Cullen, Henry Gamer.
- How long is Prologue?
- Prologue has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
- What genre is Prologue?
- Prologue is a Drama film.
- What is the budget of Prologue?
- Prologue had a budget of $106,180.
- Where was Prologue produced?
- Prologue was produced in Canada.