Skip to content
Western Brigade poster
01/01/195830mCanada

Western Brigade

Synopsis

This short dramatic film illustrates a cooperative program of fire protection that was carried out across Alberta in the late 1950s. It presents the problems inherent in a voluntary fire brigade, as well as the everyday heroes who step up and get the job done. The film is an entertaining look at how a crew that was once considered to be the joke of the town can evolve into the best fire brigade in the West.

Check streaming options on JustWatch

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Fergus McDonell
Original Title
Western Brigade
Country of Origin
Canada
Release Date
01/01/1958
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
30m
Production Studios
ONF | NFB

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Fergus McDonell

Director of Photography

Eugene Boyko

Film Editing

Martin Defalco

Producers

David Bairstow

Department Leadership Roster

Fergus McDonell

Director

David Bairstow

Producer

Eugene Boyko

Director of Photography

Martin Defalco

Martin Defalco

Editor

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Western Brigade.

More Like Western Brigade

Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.

Frequently Asked Questions About Western Brigade

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Western Brigade about?

This short dramatic film illustrates a cooperative program of fire protection that was carried out across Alberta in the late 1950s. It presents the problems inherent in a voluntary fire brigade, as well as the everyday heroes who step up and get the job done. The film is an entertaining look at how a crew that was once considered to be the joke of the town can evolve into the best fire brigade in the West.

Who directed Western Brigade?

Western Brigade was directed by Fergus McDonell.

Who stars in Western Brigade?

The principal cast of Western Brigade includes Not specified.

When was Western Brigade released and how long is it?

Western Brigade was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 30m.