Polish Dance
Originally released in 1944. Polish Dance is a documentary film. directed by Laura Boulton. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
This short documentary profiles the traditional music and pageantry of Polish-Canadians in Manitoba. The heritage and national traditions of Poland were brought to Canada by immigrants and sustained across generations. The colourful traditional dress and lively music of Polish-Canadians is captured by ethnomusicologist Laura Boulton, a pioneering woman in the educational documentary film movement whose goal was to “capture, absorb, and bring back the world’s music.”
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1944
82 years ago
Runtime
0h 8m
8 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polish Dance about?
This short documentary profiles the traditional music and pageantry of Polish-Canadians in Manitoba. The heritage and national traditions of Poland were brought to Canada by immigrants and sustaine...
Who directed Polish Dance?
Polish Dance was directed by Laura Boulton.
How long is Polish Dance?
Polish Dance has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was Polish Dance released?
Polish Dance was released on January 1, 1944 in theaters.