The Hecklers

Overview

An imaginative history of editorial cartooning in Canada. The documentary provides a witty take on Canada's history through the eyes of political cartoonists like Duncan Macpherson, Robert LaPalme, and Aislin (Terry Mosher). Over 50 artists' notable cartoons and their impact are explored, capturing reactions from their subjects. One cartoonist sums it up: "A picture is worth a thousand words, but a well-crafted cartoon is worth a thousand pictures." An absolute must for cartoon buffs.

Directed by Ian McLaren

Top cast

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John Bassett

Himself - Former Publisher: Toronto Telegram

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Bob Bierman

Himself - Cartoonist: Victoria Times

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John Diefenbaker

Himself

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Jean-Pierre Girerd

Himself - Cartoonist: La Presse, Montreal

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Bruce Hutchison

Himself - Editor: Winnipeg Free Press

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Robert Lapalme

Himself - Curator: Intl. Pavilion of Humour, Man and His World

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Duncan Macpherson

Himself - Cartoonist: Toronto Star

Terry Mosher

Himself - Cartoonist: Montreal Gazette

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Len Norris

Himself - Cartoonist: Vancouver

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Joey Smallwood

Himself

John Colicos

Narrator

Pierre Berton

Self - "Unknown Cartoonist"

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