The Big Swim
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Synopsis
Shows Canada's top swimmers in training for the 1964 Olympic Games. In gymnasium and pool, under the critical eye of coach Ed Healy, they practise long hours to build strength and stamina. Their first test, shown in the film, was at the 1962 Canadian Swimming Championships, at which they carried off a number of trophies.
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- Director
- Gilles Carle
- Original Title
- Natation
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 27m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gilles Carle
Jean-Claude Labrecque, Michel Thomas-d'Hoste
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Claude Labrecque
Director of Photography
Michel Thomas-d'Hoste
Director of Photography
Gilles Carle
Director
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What is The Big Swim about?
Shows Canada's top swimmers in training for the 1964 Olympic Games. In gymnasium and pool, under the critical eye of coach Ed Healy, they practise long hours to build strength and stamina. Their first test, shown in the film, was at the 1962 Canadian Swimming Championships, at which they carried off a number of trophies.
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 Thérèse Arbic, Étienne Aubray, Dick Pound, Ed Healy, Mary Stewart.
When was The Big Swim released and how long is it?
The Big Swim was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 27m.