The Fires of Joanna (1998)
Set in Depression-era Eastern Ontario, "The Fires of Joanna" tells the story of a woman struggling to endure a harsh and unforgiving life. Joanna McVeigh is a young epileptic woman, who, burdened by an illness for which she is shunned, illuminates her isolation with the pleasures of her one great gift: her ability to set fires with her mind. A tale of sin, guilt, and redemption.
Director: Penny McCann
Genre: Drama
Release Date: January 1, 1998
Cast
- Tracy Wright - Joanna McVeigh
- Steven Bush - Frank McVeigh
- John Koensgen - Father Byrne
- James Allodi - Patrick Murphy
- Julia Doran - Young Joanna
- Linda Balduzzi
Screenplay
Original Language: en
Keywords
short film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Fires of Joanna about?
- Set in Depression-era Eastern Ontario, "The Fires of Joanna" tells the story of a woman struggling to endure a harsh and unforgiving life. Joanna McVeigh is a young epileptic woman, who, burdened by an illness for which she is shunned, illuminates her isolation with the pleasures of her one great gift: her ability to set fires with her mind. A tale of sin, guilt, and redemption.
- Who directed The Fires of Joanna?
- The Fires of Joanna was directed by Penny McCann.
- Who stars in The Fires of Joanna?
- The Fires of Joanna stars Tracy Wright, Steven Bush, John Koensgen, James Allodi, Julia Doran, Linda Balduzzi.
- What genre is The Fires of Joanna?
- The Fires of Joanna is a Drama film.