Mistress Madeleine
Synopsis
Part of the Daughters of the Country series, this film, set in the 1850s, unfolds against the backdrop of the Hudson's Bay Company's monopoly of the fur trade. In protest, some Métis engage in trade with the Americans. Madeleine, the Métis common-law wife of a Hudson's Bay Company clerk, is torn between loyalty to her husband and loyalty to her brother, a freetrader. Even more shattering, a change in company policy destroys Madeleine's happy and secure life, forcing her to re-evaluate her identity.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 12, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Aaron Kim Johnston
- Screenplay & Story
- Anne Cameron, Aaron Kim Johnston, Sharon Riis, Norma Bailey
- Original Score
- Pierre Guerin
- Original Title
- Mistress Madeleine
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Aaron Kim Johnston
Anne Cameron, Aaron Kim Johnston, Sharon Riis, Norma Bailey
Pierre Guerin
Ian Elkin
Judy Krupanszky, Norma Bailey
Norma Bailey
Department Leadership Roster
Anne Cameron
Writer
Aaron Kim Johnston
Director
Aaron Kim Johnston
Writer
Norma Bailey
Producer
Ian Elkin
Director of Photography
Judy Krupanszky
Editor
Norma Bailey
Editor
Pierre Guerin
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Mistress Madeleine.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mistress Madeleine
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mistress Madeleine about?
Part of the Daughters of the Country series, this film, set in the 1850s, unfolds against the backdrop of the Hudson's Bay Company's monopoly of the fur trade. In protest, some Métis engage in trade with the Americans. Madeleine, the Métis common-law wife of a Hudson's Bay Company clerk, is torn between loyalty to her husband and loyalty to her brother, a freetrader. Even more shattering, a change in company policy destroys Madeleine's happy and secure life, forcing her to re-evaluate her identity.
Who directed Mistress Madeleine?
Mistress Madeleine was directed by Aaron Kim Johnston.
Who stars in Mistress Madeleine?
The principal cast of Mistress Madeleine includes Mireille Deyglun, Neil Munro, Harry Daniels, Alan Williams, Victor Cowie.
When was Mistress Madeleine released and how long is it?
Mistress Madeleine was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 57m.
Who composed the musical score for Mistress Madeleine?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mistress Madeleine was composed by Pierre Guerin.