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Imaginary Heroine (2012)

Movie 5 min

Drama

This short film pays tribute to actress and comedian Mary Walsh. Layering archival photographs of downtown St. John’s and evocative imagery, it tells the remarkable story of a little girl who grew up next door to her family. Inspired by Mary Walsh’s one woman play Dancing with Rage, the film reveals the heart of the unique characters created by Newfoundland’s grand dame of comedy. Produced by the National Film Board of Canada in co-operation with the National Arts Centre and the Governor General's Performing Arts Awards Foundation on the occasion of the 2012 Governor General's Performing Arts Awards.

Sherry White Writer Sherry White Director Mary Walsh Writer

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Quick facts

Released
May 12, 2012
Runtime
5 min
IMDb
tt2397481
Country
Language
Studio
ONF | NFB, The National Arts Centre, Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Foundation

Cast

Ella Clarke Little Mary Mary Walsh Mary Walsh Self Ella Ray Lewis Background Performer Jack Gover Background Performer Léo Gilbert Background Performer Matthew Gover Background Performer Percy White Background Performer Poppy Park Background Performer Sean Church Background Performer

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Frequently asked questions

What is Imaginary Heroine about?
This short film pays tribute to actress and comedian Mary Walsh. Layering archival photographs of downtown St. John’s and evocative imagery, it tells the remarkable story of a little girl who grew up next door to her family. Inspired by Mary Walsh’s one woman play Dancing with Rage, the film reveals the heart of the unique characters created by Newfoundland’s grand dame of comedy. Produced by the National Film Board of Canada in co-operation with the National Arts Centre and the Governor General's Performing Arts Awards Foundation on the occasion of the 2012 Governor General's Performing Arts Awards.
Who directed Imaginary Heroine?
Imaginary Heroine was directed by Sherry White.
Who stars in Imaginary Heroine?
Imaginary Heroine stars Ella Clarke, Mary Walsh, Ella Ray Lewis, Jack Gover.
When was Imaginary Heroine released?
Imaginary Heroine is a 2012 drama film.
Where can I watch Imaginary Heroine?
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