The Hecklers
Originally released in 1975. The Hecklers is a documentary film. directed by Ian McLaren. At just 59 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring John Bassett, Bob Bierman, and John Diefenbaker
Synopsis
An imaginative history of editorial cartooning in Canada. The documentary provides a witty take on Canada's history through the eyes of political cartoonists like Duncan Macpherson, Robert LaPalme, and Aislin (Terry Mosher). Over 50 artists' notable cartoons and their impact are explored, capturing reactions from their subjects. One cartoonist sums it up: "A picture is worth a thousand words, but a well-crafted cartoon is worth a thousand pictures." An absolute must for cartoon buffs.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
John Bassett
as Himself - Former Publisher: Toronto Telegram
Bob Bierman
as Himself - Cartoonist: Victoria Times
John Diefenbaker
as Himself
Jean-Pierre Girerd
as Himself - Cartoonist: La Presse, Montreal
Bruce Hutchison
as Himself - Editor: Winnipeg Free Press
Robert Lapalme
as Himself - Curator: Intl. Pavilion of Humour, Man and His World
Duncan Macpherson
as Himself - Cartoonist: Toronto Star
Terry Mosher
as Himself - Cartoonist: Montreal Gazette
Len Norris
as Himself - Cartoonist: Vancouver
Joey Smallwood
as Himself
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Hecklers about?
An imaginative history of editorial cartooning in Canada. The documentary provides a witty take on Canada's history through the eyes of political cartoonists like Duncan Macpherson, Robert LaPalme,...
Who directed The Hecklers?
The Hecklers was directed by Ian McLaren.
How long is The Hecklers?
The Hecklers has a runtime of 0 hours and 59 minutes (59 minutes total).
When was The Hecklers released?
The Hecklers was released on January 1, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Hecklers?
The main cast of The Hecklers includes John Bassett, Bob Bierman, John Diefenbaker, Jean-Pierre Girerd, Bruce Hutchison.