Movie Description

Selkirk of Red River

(1964)

Overview

This film tells the story of the Red River settlement, now the city of Winnipeg, Manitoba. The pioneer venture of Thomas Douglas, Earl of Selkirk, to establish a colony brought opposition from the North West Company, the Hudson's Bay Company’s powerful rival. A fine cast of actors portrays the ensuing dispute.

Cast

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Facts

Original TitleSelkirk of Red River

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1964-01-01

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 00h 28m

Homepagehttps://www.nfb.ca/film/selkirk_red_river/

Production CompaniesONF | NFB

Genres

  • History