After the Big One: Nuclear War on the Prairies
1982•G•23m•6.5•Released
Documentary
This film deals straightforwardly with the consequences of a nuclear attack for the Canadian Prairies. The Prairies are singled out because of their proximity to huge stockpiles of intercontinental ballistic missiles located 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 the film focuses on one region, it provides a model for people everywhere who would like to know more about their own situation but don't know what questions to ask.
Director
Robert Lower
Languages
English
Studio
ONF | NFB
Cast
Brian Richardson
Narrator
Production
Company
ONF | NFB
Company
CBC
Producer
Richard Starr
Producer
Michael J.F. Scott
Producer
Robert Lower
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