Joe
Synopsis
This animated short tells the story of Seraphim "Joe" Fortes, one of Vancouver's most beloved citizens. Born in the West Indies, Joe Fortes swam in English Bay for over than 30 years. A self-appointed lifeguard at first, he became so famous that the city of Vancouver finally rewarded him with a salary for doing what he loved best.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jill Haras
- Original Score
- John Sereda
- Original Title
- Joe
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jill Haras
John Sereda
Jill Haras
George Johnson
Department Leadership Roster
Jill Haras
Editor
George Johnson
Producer
Jill Haras
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Joe
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What is Joe about?
This animated short tells the story of Seraphim "Joe" Fortes, one of Vancouver's most beloved citizens. Born in the West Indies, Joe Fortes swam in English Bay for over than 30 years. A self-appointed lifeguard at first, he became so famous that the city of Vancouver finally rewarded him with a salary for doing what he loved best.
Who directed Joe?
Joe was directed by Jill Haras.
Who stars in Joe?
The principal cast of Joe includes Blu Mankuma, Richard de Klerk, Maria Fierro, Shirley Milliner, Janyse Jaud.
When was Joe released and how long is it?
Joe was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Joe?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Joe was composed by John Sereda.