The Stratford Adventure
Synopsis
This short film depicts how a small Canadian city, bearing the name of Stratford and by a river Avon, created its own renowned Shakespearean theatre. The film tells how the idea grew, how a famous British director, international stars and Canadian talent were recruited, and how the Stratford Shakespearean Festival finally became a triumphant reality.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Morten Parker
- Screenplay & Story
- Gudrun Parker
- Original Score
- Louis Applebaum
- Original Title
- The Stratford Adventure
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 40m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Morten Parker
Gudrun Parker
Louis Applebaum
Douglas Tunstell
Guy Glover
Department Leadership Roster
Morten Parker
Director
Gudrun Parker
Writer
Douglas Tunstell
Editor
Guy Glover
Producer
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General — Suitable for all ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Stratford Adventure
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What is The Stratford Adventure about?
This short film depicts how a small Canadian city, bearing the name of Stratford and by a river Avon, created its own renowned Shakespearean theatre. The film tells how the idea grew, how a famous British director, international stars and Canadian talent were recruited, and how the Stratford Shakespearean Festival finally became a triumphant reality.
Who directed The Stratford Adventure?
The Stratford Adventure was directed by Morten Parker.
Who stars in The Stratford Adventure?
The principal cast of The Stratford Adventure includes John Drainie, Michael Bates, Lloyd Bochner, Douglas Campbell, Robert Christie.
When was The Stratford Adventure released and how long is it?
The Stratford Adventure was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Stratford Adventure?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Stratford Adventure was composed by Louis Applebaum.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Stratford Adventure?
The Stratford Adventure holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).