Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia (1961)
This short drama is a portrait of Nova Scotian journalist and politician Joseph Howe (1804-1873) and his battle for freedom of press. When, in 1835, Howe was accused of seditious libel, no lawyer dared defend him. Choosing to defend himself, he addressed the jury for over 6 hours, urging jurors to leave an unshackled press as a legacy to their children. Though the judge instructed the jury to find Howe guilty, jurors took only 10 minutes to acquit him - a landmark event in the evolution of press freedom in Canada.
Director: Julian Biggs
Genre: History
Runtime: 28 min
Release Date: January 1, 1961
Cast
Screenplay
Cinematography: John Gunn
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
nova scotia
More Films by Director: Julian Biggs
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia about?
- This short drama is a portrait of Nova Scotian journalist and politician Joseph Howe (1804-1873) and his battle for freedom of press. When, in 1835, Howe was accused of seditious libel, no lawyer dared defend him. Choosing to defend himself, he addressed the jury for over 6 hours, urging jurors to leave an unshackled press as a legacy to their children. Though the judge instructed the jury to find Howe guilty, jurors took only 10 minutes to acquit him - a landmark event in the evolution of press freedom in Canada.
- Who directed Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia?
- Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia was directed by Julian Biggs.
- Who stars in Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia?
- Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia stars James Barron, Ursula Dapery, Henry Gamer, William Ferguson, Art Samuels, Basil Schapiro.
- How long is Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia?
- Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
- What genre is Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia?
- Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia is a History film.
- Where was Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia produced?
- Joseph Howe: The Tribune of Nova Scotia was produced in Canada.