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The Case of Charlie Gordon

The Case of Charlie Gordon

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Drama

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The first film ever distributed by the NFB, The Case of Charlie Gordon focuses on an unemployed young Canadian who has never held a job. In the late '30s, there were many in Charlie's position. Determined to change this, a committee was formed to team up local employers with these young men. Through their efforts, and with the help of the Federal Government, people were trained and employed. As a result, their hopeless attitudes were transformed into a readiness to learn and be useful members of society.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

15 mins

Rating

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Release Date

01 January 1939

Country

Canada

Cast

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