Movie

VTR St. Jacques (1969)

• January 1, 1969
• 26m

• Documentary

Overview

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.

Director

Bonnie Sherr Klein

Writers

Bonnie Sherr Klein