China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story
Synopsis
Tom Radford's documentary chronicles the life of Chester Ronning, best remembered for his close and longstanding relationship with China. Over the course of his life, Ronning worked as a cowboy, ambassador, college president, missionary and a member of the Alberta legislature. But throughout all of his careers, his lifelong ambition was to explain China to the western world. His story is a rare example of the meeting of East and West in a compassionate, remarkable man.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom Radford
- Original Score
- Roger Deegan
- Original Title
- China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story
- Spoken Languages
- English, Mandarin
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom Radford
Roger Deegan
Christopher Tate
Michael Scott, Lydia Semotuk
Department Leadership Roster
Tom Radford
Director
Michael Scott
Producer
Christopher Tate
Editor
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What is China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story about?
Tom Radford's documentary chronicles the life of Chester Ronning, best remembered for his close and longstanding relationship with China. Over the course of his life, Ronning worked as a cowboy, ambassador, college president, missionary and a member of the Alberta legislature. But throughout all of his careers, his lifelong ambition was to explain China to the western world. His story is a rare example of the meeting of East and West in a compassionate, remarkable man.
Who directed China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story?
China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story was directed by Tom Radford.
Who stars in China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story?
The principal cast of China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story includes Chester Ronning, Zhou Enlai, Cedric Smith.
When was China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story released and how long is it?
China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 57m.
Who composed the musical score for China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for China Mission: The Chester Ronning Story was composed by Roger Deegan.