
History on the Run: The Media and the '79 Election
This documentary examines the media's coverage of the Canadian federal election of May 1979. Filmed over a 3-week period, it takes a fascinating look at journalists in action and the politicians who attempt to manipulate the media.
Documentary
History on the Run: The Media and the '79 Election
Rating
10.0/10
Release Date
1979-07-01
Runtime
57 minutes
Status
Released
Cast

Pierre Elliott Trudeau
Prime Minister / Liberal leader

Joe Clark
PC leader

Ed Broadbent
NDP leader

Richard Gwyn
journalist

Jim Munson
journalist

Mark Phillips
journalist

Doug Small
journalist

Suzanne Perry
Liberal campaign

Peter O'Malley
NDP campaign

Fred Ennis
radio journalist

Jim Coutts
Liberal campaign

Robin Sears
NDP campaign
Production Companies

ONF | NFB