Countdown Canada (1970)
In 1970, Rob Fothergill released Canada’s own War of the Worlds—Countdown Canada, a TV news simulation dramatizing the day in which Canada becomes part of the United States. The broadcast included prominent public figures commenting on the last gasp of Canadian sovereignty, some debating the merits of such an assimilation, others engaging in a plea for an independent Canada.
Director: Robert Fothergill
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date: January 1, 1970
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Robert Fothergill
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Countdown Canada about?
- In 1970, Rob Fothergill released Canada’s own War of the Worlds—Countdown Canada, a TV news simulation dramatizing the day in which Canada becomes part of the United States. The broadcast included prominent public figures commenting on the last gasp of Canadian sovereignty, some debating the merits of such an assimilation, others engaging in a plea for an independent Canada.
- Who directed Countdown Canada?
- Countdown Canada was directed by Robert Fothergill.
- How long is Countdown Canada?
- Countdown Canada has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).