CinemaOSMovie · 1975 · 0h 28m

Jack Rabbit

90%(1)IMDbDocumentary

This short film retraces the life of Herman Smith Johannsen – the man who introduced the sport of cross-country skiing to Canadians. From past to present, his life story is portrayed through pictures from sports newsreels, Norwegian archives and his family album. The film catches up with him at both the Canadian Ski Marathon, where he is the honoured guest, and on a return trip to his native Norway.

Directed byWilliam Brind

Status: Released
Runtime: 0h 28m
Language: EN
Released: January 1, 1975

Studios

ONF | NFB

Featuring

Cast & crew

2 credited

Starring

Stanley Jackson

Narrator

Herman "Jackrabbit" Smith-Johannsen

Self

Creative team

Directed by: William Brind
Produced by: William Brind

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