A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story
Synopsis
This feature-length documentary paints a lively portrait of Father of Confederation and first premier of Newfoundland Joseph Roberts Smallwood, or "Joey," as he is known to most Canadians. Following one of Canada’s most colourful political figures during a two-and-a-half-month period that included a stormy Liberal leadership convention, the film reveals a man misunderstood even by his close associates.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Julian Biggs
- Screenplay & Story
- Julian Biggs
- Original Score
- Eldon Rathburn
- Original Title
- A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Julian Biggs
Julian Biggs
Eldon Rathburn
Paul Leach
Bud Neate
Julian Biggs
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Leach
Director of Photography
Bud Neate
Editor
Julian Biggs
Producer
Julian Biggs
Writer
Julian Biggs
Director
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What is A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story about?
This feature-length documentary paints a lively portrait of Father of Confederation and first premier of Newfoundland Joseph Roberts Smallwood, or "Joey," as he is known to most Canadians. Following one of Canada’s most colourful political figures during a two-and-a-half-month period that included a stormy Liberal leadership convention, the film reveals a man misunderstood even by his close associates.
Who directed A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story?
A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story was directed by Julian Biggs.
Who stars in A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story?
The principal cast of A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story includes Budd Knapp, Joey Smallwood.
When was A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story released and how long is it?
A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 56m.
Who composed the musical score for A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Little Fellow from Gambo: The Joey Smallwood Story was composed by Eldon Rathburn.