Social Issues and the Economy
National Film Board documentaries reflect upon incidents from Canada’s past and show political history as it happens.
Excerpts
The Back-breaking Leaf
1
Billy Crane Moves Away
1
2
Camera On Labour no. 4
1
Citizen Discussions
1
Home Front
1
2
Newfoundland Sentinel of the Atlantic
1
Strike in Town
1
Questions
1. What contrast does this excerpt make between the roles of men and women in time of war? Is the distinction valid today?
2. How does the narrator influence your understanding and appreciation of the message? What would be the effect of using a female voice?
2. How does the narrator influence your understanding and appreciation of the message? What would be the effect of using a female voice?
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Short Description
With the outbreak of World War II women shouldered the tasks of maintaining the home front and providing the support needed by the fighting men.