Peter Pearson
Biography
Peter Pearson's impactful career shaped English-Canadian film. Directing acclaimed movies like "The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar" and "Paperback Hero," he garnered multiple Canadian Film Awards, influencing Canadian storytelling. Leading Telefilm Canada, he advocated for industry advancement and Canadian content.
Transitioning from journalism to TV, Pearson excelled at CBC before making impactful films at the National Film Board. His dramas at For the Record sparked discussions and legal disputes, yet his teaching and leadership at the Broadcast Program Development Fund generated economic growth and Canadian programming.
A skilled scriptwriter, Pearson co-wrote notable works like "Snowbird" with Margaret Atwood, earning numerous Canadian Film Awards and Gemini nominations, cementing his legacy in Canadian cinema.
Acting (1 movie)
Directing (10 movies)
Paperback Hero
1973
The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar
1969
Through Conflict to Negotiation
1968
The Dowry
1969
Encounter with Saul Alinsky - Part 1: CYC Toronto
1967
Deciding to Organize
1968
Only God Knows
1974
Encounter with Saul Alinsky - Part 2: Rama Indian Reserve
1967
Saul Alinsky Went to War
1968
Bananas from Sunny Québec
1993