The Chairmaker and the boys

Description: Episode of Series “Canada carries on”. This film weaves a story around Ernest Hart, a beloved and respected craftsman of the Margaree Valley of Cape Breton Island, who for over fifty years has served his farming neighbours as carpenter, blacksmith and general handyman. While he makes chairs, his young grandson makes mischief, and Grandpa Hart is forced into yet another role. This film reflects the social and cultural values and beliefs prevalent at the time of production. Awards: Toronto; Vienna; La Plata; Cannes; Edinburgh