Uncommon Hero
This short film pays tribute to Paul Thompson, a man who has created a uniquely Canadian theatrical tradition through his passion, vision and tireless innovation. At 14, he was given a ticket for the Stratford Festival. Fifty years later, it's hard to imagine Canadian theatre without his inspired leadership. From Theatre Passe Muraille to the National Theatre School, Paul has mentored generations of actors and playwrights, forging a vibrant and distinctly Canadian theatre tradition.
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Governor General's Performing Arts Awards2008 - 2024 16 editionsInspired portraits of Canadian performing arts legends.
This short film pays tribute to Paul Thompson, a man who has created a uniquely Canadian theatrical tradition through his passion, vision and tireless innovation. At 14, he was given a ticket for the Stratford Festival. Fifty years later, it's hard to imagine Canadian theatre without his inspired leadership.
From Theatre Passe Muraille to the National Theatre School, Paul has mentored generations of actors and playwrights, forging a vibrant and distinctly Canadian theatre tradition.
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recipientPaul Thompson
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writerJohn L'Ecuyer
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directorJohn L'Ecuyer
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producerLea Marin
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director of photographyJonathon Cliff
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editorLawrence Jackman
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sound recordistSanjay Mehta
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1st assistant directorKevin Walker
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1st assistant cameraJonathan Staav
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gafferSean Paul Hearn
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key gripRhys Brisbin
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best boy gripFraser Brown
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re-recording engineerPaolo Amati
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sound effects editorAdam Raley
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online editorRocky Polidoro
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colouristColin Moore
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marketing managerKelly Fox
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production supervisorMark WilsonMarcus Matyas
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technical coordinatorChristopher LoganDrew Stevenson
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centre administratorJosiah Rothenberg
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production coordinatorRachel Punwassie
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production assistantChris Niesing
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senior producerGerry Flahive
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executive producerSilva Basmajian
