Pierre Berton
Pierre Francis de Marigny Berton (July 12, 1920 – November 30, 2004) was a Canadian writer, journalist and broadcaster. Berton wrote 50 best-selling books, mainly about Canadiana, Canadian history and popular culture. He also wrote critiques of mainstream religion, anthologies, children's books and historical works for youth. He was a reporter and war correspondent, an editor at Maclean's Magazine and The Toronto Star and, for 39 years, a guest on the TV series Front Page Challenge. Hosting "The Pierre Berton Show" from 1962-1973, he showcased his talents as a broadcaster. His debut novel "Klondike" (1958), delved into the gold rush, drawing from his father's experiences. Known for narrating Canadian history, Berton's works balance the nation's triumphs and darker aspects, earning him prestigious awards like the Stephen Leacock Medal and multiple Governor General's Awards. He was a founder of the Writers' Trust of Canada, and won many honours and awards His legacy endures through the Pierre Berton Award, honouring exceptional presentations of Canadian history.
Bruce Lee: A Warrior's Journey
as Self - Interviewer (archive footage)Documentary on the legendary martial artist Bruce Lee, with a focus on the production of his...
Movie pageBruce Lee: The Lost Interview
as Self - InterviewerA priceless gem from the fine folks at The Internet Archive: Bruce Lee’s only existing...
Movie pageLove Circles
as Count CrespiFrench erotic auteur Gerard Kikoine makes the world his canvas in this sexy roundelay of...
Movie pageCity of Gold
as Narrator (voice)This classic short film depicts the Klondike gold rush at its peak, when would-be prospectors...
Movie pageThe Dionne Quintuplets
as NarratorIn 1934, Elzire Dionne delivered five identical girls. The Dionne Quintuplets follows Cecile,...
Movie pageNiagara: A History of the Falls
as Self - AuthorThe history of Niagara Falls and the people that made it famous.
Movie pageTrans Canada Summer
as NarratorThe camera traces the Trans-Canada Highway, unveiling Canada's people, resources, and diverse...
Movie pageThe Hecklers
as Self - "Unknown Cartoonist"An imaginative history of editorial cartooning in Canada. The documentary provides a witty take...
Movie pageRaoul Wallenberg: Buried Alive
as Narrator (voice)A profile of Swedish diplomat Raoul Wallenberg, the film covers his role in saving the lives of...
Movie pageFolio
as uncreditedFolio, a precursor to CBC's renowned fine-arts series Festival, aired for four years starting in...
TV Show pageThe National Dream
as HostA combination of documentary and dramatic reconstructions, depicting the conception and...
TV Show pageThe Pierre Berton Show
as Self - HostThe Pierre Berton Show was a television show hosted by Pierre Berton. It ran from 1962 to 1973,...
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