VTR St. Jacques

VTR St. Jacques

26 mins | Documentary | Jan. 1, 1969

This short film was an experiment in using video recordings and closed circuit television to stimulate social action in a poor Montreal neighbourhood. A citizen's committee filmed people's concerns and then played back the tapes for the community. Upon recognizing their common problems, people began to talk about joint solutions. It proved an important and effective method of promoting social change.

VTR St. Jacques

26 mins | Documentary | Jan. 1, 1969

VTR St. Jacques
This short film was an experiment in using video recordings and closed circuit television to stimulate social action in a poor Montreal neighbourhood. A citizen's committee filmed people's concerns and then played back the tapes for the community. Upon recognizing their common problems, people began to talk about joint solutions. It proved an important and effective method of promoting social change.
Producers National Film Board of Canada
Original title Operation boule de neige
Directors Bonnie Sherr Klein
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