This Riel Business
Originally released in 1974. This Riel Business is a documentary film. directed by Ian McLaren. At just 27 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
This documentary short is a cinematic recording of Tales from a Prairie Drifter, a stage comedy about the North-West Resistance during the opening of the Canadian West. Highlighting the roles of Louis Riel, the Resistance leader, prime minister Sir John A. Macdonald and General Middleton, who was sent to quell the uprising, the play defines the First nations and Métis cause more succinctly than many history books. Here, the play is performed by the Regina Globe Theatre before and Indigineous audience of First Nations and Métis, whose reactions are recorded.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1974
52 years ago
Runtime
0h 27m
27 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 This Riel Business about?
This documentary short is a cinematic recording of Tales from a Prairie Drifter, a stage comedy about the North-West Resistance during the opening of the Canadian West. Highlighting the roles of Lo...
Who directed This Riel Business?
This Riel Business was directed by Ian McLaren.
How long is This Riel Business?
This Riel Business has a runtime of 0 hours and 27 minutes (27 minutes total).
When was This Riel Business released?
This Riel Business was released on January 1, 1974 in theaters.