Folklore and Mythology | Curator’s Perspective
An overview of four National Film Board of Canada animated short films on Greek Mythology and beyond. From Syrinx to Icarus to the ErlKing.
Author : Albert Ohayon
Albert Ohayon studied film production and journalism at Concordia University in Montreal. He has worked at the National Film Board of Canada since 1984. He is currently the English film collection curator. He is responsible for programming English titles on the NFB’s online screening room (nfb.ca). He regularly publishes articles on the history of the NFB, its filmmakers and its films on the site.
The Red Kite: A Tale of Autumn | Curator’s Perspective
The 1965 short film The Red Kite follows a man who discovers the meaning of life one Autumn day spending time with his daughter.
5 Best Theatrical Short Award Winners | Curator’s Perspective
Five short films produced by the National Film Board of Canada that have won Best Theatrical Short at the Canadian Film Awards.
Canada in All Its Glory, Circa 1966 | Curator’s Perspective
Helicopter Canada was filmed by the National Film Board of Canada for Canada's centennial. It features views of Canada as seen from a helicopter.
The Hecklers –The history of the political cartoon in Canada | Curator’s Perspective
A look at The Hecklers, a 1975 documentary on the 200 year history of the political cartoon in Canada. From the Battle of the Plains of Abraham to today.
My Top 10 NFB films of all time | Curator’s Perspective
Celebrate National Canadian Film Day with the top 10 National Film Board films of all time, as chosen by the NFB's Film Collection Curator, Albert Ohayon.
Our Dominion Over All Other Creatures | Curator’s Perspective
The work of the Canadian Wildlife Service is highlighted in this classic 1970 documentary from the National Film Board of Canada.
Urban Gardening 101 | Curator’s Perspective
A few tips on gardening in small spaces are presented in the National Film Board documentary My Urban Garden.
World Radio Day | Curator’s Perspective
A look at 4 National Film Board films on the importance of Canadian radio throughout the years just in time for World Radio Day.
Gone Curling: A Winter Tale | Curator’s Perspective
Two National Film Board of Canada films on Curling are highlighted including the hilarious Gone Curling directed by John Howe.
An Eloquent Tribute to the Canadian War Dead | Curator’s Perspective
One of the most powerful films I’ve ever seen is Donald Brittain’s Fields of Sacrifice, a documentary he made in 1963 about the Canadian soldiers who were killed during the two world wars.
The Film That Launched Margot Kidder’s Career | Curator’s Perspective
Margot Kidder's first film, The Best Damn Fiddler From Calabogie to Kaladar, a one-hour drama, was made at the National Film Board of Canada.