Chuckwagon
Synopsis
Focusing on the sport of chuckwagon racing at the Calgary Stampede, captured through a mix of aerial, POV, and ringside footage, the film is ahead of its time in the way it captures adrenaline-pumping action. This short documentary offers a ringside view of the chuckwagon race, star attraction of the world-famous Calgary Stampede. Once ponderous Percheron and Clydesdale draught thundered around the course. Now they are racers, and it takes a firm hand to guide such horsepower.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Barclay
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Barclay
- Original Title
- Chuckwagon
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB, Chetwynd Films Limited
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Barclay
Robert Barclay
Robert Brooks
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Robert Barclay
Director
Robert Barclay
Writer
Robert Brooks
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What is Chuckwagon about?
Focusing on the sport of chuckwagon racing at the Calgary Stampede, captured through a mix of aerial, POV, and ringside footage, the film is ahead of its time in the way it captures adrenaline-pumping action. This short documentary offers a ringside view of the chuckwagon race, star attraction of the world-famous Calgary Stampede. Once ponderous Percheron and Clydesdale draught thundered around the course. Now they are racers, and it takes a firm hand to guide such horsepower.
Who directed Chuckwagon?
Chuckwagon was directed by Robert Barclay.
Who stars in Chuckwagon?
The principal cast of Chuckwagon includes John Drainie.
When was Chuckwagon released and how long is it?
Chuckwagon was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 10m.