(Operation boule de neige)

Content: This short film was an experiment in using video recordings and closed circuit television to stimulate social action in a poor Montreal neighbourhood. A citizen's committee filmed people's concerns and then played back the tapes for the community. Upon recognizing their common problems, people began to talk about joint solutions. It proved an important and effective method of promoting social change.

Countries:

Canada

Genres:

Documentary

Runtime:

26 minutes

Year:

1969

Directors:

Bonnie Sherr Klein

Production companies:

ONF | NFB

Crews:

Director

Writer

Co-Director

Camera Operator

Camera Operator