Never a Backward Step (1966)

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This feature documentary is a profile of Canadian press tycoon Roy Thomson, whose single-minded attention to business brought him riches, power, and even a baronetcy in England. A native of Timmins, Ontario, Thomson had a tremendous career as publisher, television magnate, financier, and owner of many newspapers, including leading London dailies. The film is a frank study of an equally frank man.

Director: Donald Brittain, Arthur Hammond, John Spotton
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date:
Cinematography: Peter Hennessy, Paul Leach
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

newspaper, media, portrait, communication

More Films by Director: Donald Brittain, Arthur Hammond, John Spotton
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Never a Backward Step about?
This feature documentary is a profile of Canadian press tycoon Roy Thomson, whose single-minded attention to business brought him riches, power, and even a baronetcy in England. A native of Timmins, Ontario, Thomson had a tremendous career as publisher, television magnate, financier, and owner of many newspapers, including leading London dailies. The film is a frank study of an equally frank man.
Who directed Never a Backward Step?
Never a Backward Step was directed by Donald Brittain, Arthur Hammond, John Spotton.
How long is Never a Backward Step?
Never a Backward Step has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is Never a Backward Step?
Never a Backward Step is a Documentary film.
Where was Never a Backward Step produced?
Never a Backward Step was produced in Canada.