Strangers for the Day
Synopsis
This short documentary shows the reactions of European immigrants as they land in Halifax at the beginning of the 1960s. From the port, we follow them on a snowy journey by train to Montreal.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Georges Dufaux, Jacques Godbout
- Screenplay & Story
- Georges Dufaux, Jacques Godbout
- Original Title
- Strangers for the Day
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 27m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Georges Dufaux, Jacques Godbout
Georges Dufaux, Jacques Godbout
Georges Dufaux, Gilles Gascon
Monique Fortier, Jacques Godbout, Georges Dufaux
Fernand Dansereau
Department Leadership Roster
Georges Dufaux
Director
Georges Dufaux
Writer
Monique Fortier
Editor
Fernand Dansereau
Producer
Jacques Godbout
Director
Georges Dufaux
Director of Photography
Jacques Godbout
Writer
Gilles Gascon
Director of Photography
Jacques Godbout
Editor
Georges Dufaux
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Strangers for the Day
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Strangers for the Day about?
This short documentary shows the reactions of European immigrants as they land in Halifax at the beginning of the 1960s. From the port, we follow them on a snowy journey by train to Montreal.
Who directed Strangers for the Day?
Strangers for the Day was directed by Georges Dufaux, Jacques Godbout.
Who stars in Strangers for the Day?
The principal cast of Strangers for the Day includes Not specified.
When was Strangers for the Day released and how long is it?
Strangers for the Day was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 27m.