History on the Run: The Media and the '79 Election

History on the Run: The Media and the '79 Election 1979

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.

  • Released: 1979-07-01
  • Runtime: 57 minutes
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Stars: Pierre Elliott Trudeau, Joe Clark, Suzanne Perry, Peter Raymont, Ed Broadbent, Jim Coutts, Jim Munson, Fred Ennis, Robin Sears, Bill Neville, Peter O'Malley, Mark Phillips, Doug Small, Richard Gwyn
  • Director: Peter Raymont