SimilarFilm
Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame (1986)
57 minDocumentary
TMDb9.5/102 votes
This feature documentary traces the political career of T.C. (Tommy) Douglas, former premier of Saskatchewan and leader of the New Democratic Party, who was voted the Greatest Canadian in 2004 for his devotion to social causes, his charm and his powers of persuasion. Known as the "Father of Medicare," this one-time champion boxer and fiery preacher entered politics in the 1930s and never looked back.
Country: Canada
Director: Elise Swerhone
Cast
Tommy Douglas
Tommy Douglas
Donald Brittain
Narrator
🎭
Carlyle King
Carlyle King
🎭
Irma Douglas
Irma Douglas
Shirley Douglas
self
Keywords
Plot:saskatchewancanadian politicsinspirationalfactualadmiringhopeful
Place:canada
