Setting Fires for Science
Synopsis
This film shows the scientific study of fires set to buildings in Aultsville, Ontario, a town evacuated for flooding by the St. Lawrence Seaway. Scientists at Canada's National Research Council devised instruments for recording the progress of a fire in all its stages, to help the country's fire fighters lessen fire's tragic toll.
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January 1, 1958
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donald Brittain
- Original Title
- Setting Fires for Science
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donald Brittain
Hubert Schuurman
Peter Jones
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Jones
Producer
Hubert Schuurman
Editor
Donald Brittain
Director
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What is Setting Fires for Science about?
This film shows the scientific study of fires set to buildings in Aultsville, Ontario, a town evacuated for flooding by the St. Lawrence Seaway. Scientists at Canada's National Research Council devised instruments for recording the progress of a fire in all its stages, to help the country's fire fighters lessen fire's tragic toll.
Who directed Setting Fires for Science?
Setting Fires for Science was directed by Donald Brittain.
Who stars in Setting Fires for Science?
The principal cast of Setting Fires for Science includes Geoffrey Hogwood.
When was Setting Fires for Science released and how long is it?
Setting Fires for Science was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 20m.