A Foreign Language
Synopsis
This film observes, in a Montréal public school, the teaching of English to immigrant children. To thousands of children arriving in Canada from Greece, Italy, France, Germany or Japan, English is "a foreign language." Under able coaching they begin to understand and even enjoy the vagaries of the English language.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stanley Jackson
- Original Title
- A Foreign Language
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stanley Jackson
Reginald H. Morris
Wolf Koenig, Roman Kroitor, Tom Daly
Department Leadership Roster
Wolf Koenig
Producer
Stanley Jackson
Director
Roman Kroitor
Producer
Reginald H. Morris
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Foreign Language.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Foreign Language
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What is A Foreign Language about?
This film observes, in a Montréal public school, the teaching of English to immigrant children. To thousands of children arriving in Canada from Greece, Italy, France, Germany or Japan, English is "a foreign language." Under able coaching they begin to understand and even enjoy the vagaries of the English language.
Who directed A Foreign Language?
A Foreign Language was directed by Stanley Jackson.
Who stars in A Foreign Language?
The principal cast of A Foreign Language includes Not specified.
When was A Foreign Language released and how long is it?
A Foreign Language was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 30m.