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A conversation with Annick Smith

BROADCAST: Nov. 2, 1981 | DURATION: 00:25:36

Synopsis

The American writer and movie producer discusses the inspiration and story behind the film Heartland, and how pioneering and homesteading changed the American family.

*Please note: some sections have been edited out from the original recording due to copyright considerations
 

Details

Broadcast Date
Nov. 2, 1981

Duration
25 minutes, 36 seconds

Topics

Film Working, Labor, Economy

People

Producers and Directors

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Smith, Annick, 1936- Motion pictures Motion picture producers and directors. Audiotapes Radio programs Homestead law Frontier and pioneer life--West (U.S.) Pioneering Ranchers Western films Westerns

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