Peter Pearsonborn 1970

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Director

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Biography

Peter Pearson's impactful career shaped English-Canadian film. Directing acclaimed movies like "The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar" and "Paperback Hero," he garnered multiple Canadian Film Awards, influencing Canadian storytelling. Leading Telefilm Canada, he advocated for industry advancement and Canadian content. Transitioning from journalism to TV, Pearson excelled at CBC before making impactful films at the National Film Board. His dramas at For the Record sparked discussions and legal disputes, yet his teaching and leadership at the Broadcast Program Development Fund generated economic growth and Canadian programming. A skilled scriptwriter, Pearson co-wrote notable works like "Snowbird" with Margaret Atwood, earning numerous Canadian Film Awards and Gemini nominations, cementing his legacy in Canadian cinema.

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An Interview with Dennis Potter
An Interview with Dennis Potter

1994

Documentary • TV Movie

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Bananas from Sunny Québec
Bananas from Sunny Québec

1993

Comedy

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One Man
One Man

1977

Drama • Thriller

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Only God Knows
Only God Knows

1974

Comedy

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Paperback Hero
Paperback Hero

1973

Drama

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The Dowry
The Dowry

1969

Director, Writer

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Saul Alinsky Went to War
Saul Alinsky Went to War

1968

Documentary

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Through Conflict to Negotiation
Through Conflict to Negotiation

1968

Documentary

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Deciding to Organize
Deciding to Organize

1968

Documentary

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