Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia (1961)
History
This short drama is a portrait of Nova Scotian journalist and politician Joseph Howe (1804-1873) and his battle for freedom of press. When, in 1835, Howe was accused of seditious libel, no lawyer dared defend him. Choosing to defend himself, he addressed the jury for over 6 hours, urging jurors to leave an unshackled press as a legacy to their children. Though the judge instructed the jury to find Howe guilty, jurors took only 10 minutes to acquit him - a landmark event in the evolution of press freedom in Canada.
Cast
Joseph Howe
Crew
Director
Producer
Executive Producer
Writer
Sound
Sound Editor
Director of Photography
Art Direction
Special Effects
Production Manager
Music Editor
Assistant Director
Makeup Artist
Wardrobe Supervisor
Continuity