
The Big Swim
Patte mouillée
Synopsis
This short documentary shows Canada's top swimmers in training for the 1964 Olympic Games. Under the critical eye of coach Ed Healy, they practice long hours in the gym and in the pool to build strength and stamina.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gilles Carle
- Original Title
- Patte mouillée
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gilles Carle
Jean-Claude Labrecque, Michel Thomas-d'Hoste
Jacques Bobet
Department Leadership Roster
Gilles Carle
Director
Jean-Claude Labrecque
Director of Photography
Michel Thomas-d'Hoste
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all ages.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Swim
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What is The Big Swim about?
This short documentary shows Canada's top swimmers in training for the 1964 Olympic Games. Under the critical eye of coach Ed Healy, they practice long hours in the gym and in the pool to build strength and stamina.
Who directed The Big Swim?
The Big Swim was directed by Gilles Carle.
Who stars in The Big Swim?
The principal cast of The Big Swim includes Not specified.
When was The Big Swim released and how long is it?
The Big Swim was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 9m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Big Swim?
The Big Swim holds official age classifications: CA: G (General — Suitable for all ages.).










