After the Big One: Nuclear War on the Prairies

Overview

This film deals straightforwardly with the consequences of a nuclear attack for the Canadian Prairies due to their proximity to intercontinental ballistic missile sites in North Dakota. Scenes include a visit to a missile base and to an emergency government bunker in Manitoba. A doctor, a farmer and a civil defence coordinator provide different perspectives on nuclear war. Although focused on one region, the film provides a model for people everywhere who would like to know more about their own situation but don't know what questions to ask.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

October 25, 1982

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

Canada

Production

CBC,ONF,NFB

Cast

Brian Richardson

Director

Robert Lower

Producer

Richard Starr,Michael J.F. Scott,Marvin Terhoch,Robert Lower

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt0227997