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.
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.
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.
Blake, The Hobo of the Skies | Curator’s Perspective
The 1969 Oscar nominated short film Blake follows Blake James, a free spirit who flies in his homebuilt biplane across Canada.
Don’t Let the Angels Fall and The Curse of Cannes | Curator’s Perspective
The story of the NFB feature film Don`t Let the Angels Fall, the first Canadian feature drama to play in competition at the Cannes Film Festival.
How We Selected 80 NFB Productions to Commemorate Our 80th Anniversary | Curator’s Perspective
Eighty National Film Board of Canada productions are chosen by collection curator Albert Ohayon in honour of the institution's 80th anniversary.
Celebrate National Canadian Film Day with 9 Hidden Gems on NFB.ca | Curator’s Perspective
Nine hidden gems from the National Film Board of Canada's rich collection to help you celebrate National Canadian Film Day.