VTR St. Jacques
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.
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VTR St. Jacques
- Overview
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 1969
Runtime
0h 26m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
Operation boule de neige
Production Companies
ONF | NFB
Director
Bonnie Sherr Klein
Description
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.
