After the Axe

Overview

This full-length drama depicts the reality of managers getting fired and the emergence of a new industry specialized in handling executive terminations. The film was made with the cooperation of the business community, which helped script some of the scenes and provided authentic locations. The central figure, D.R. "Biff" Wilson, 44, is a composite figure based on extensive conversations with fired executives.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

August 20, 1981

Original language

English

Production

CBC,ONF,NFB,ONF | NFB

Cast

Roger Mattiussi,James B. Douglas,Janine Manatis,Anne Christison,Randy Solomon

Director

Sturla Gunnarsson

Writer

Steve Lucas

Producer

Arthur Hammond,Sturla Gunnarsson,Steve Lucas

Cinematography

Andreas Poulsson

Music

Patricia Cullen

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0083525