Biography
Peter Pearson's impactful career shaped English-Canadian film. Directing acclaimed movies like "The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar" and "Paperback Hero," he garnered multiple Canadian Film Awards, influencing Canadian storytelling. Leading Telefilm Canada, he advocated for industry advancement and Canadian content.
Transitioning from journalism to TV, Pearson excelled at CBC before making impactful films at the National Film Board. His dramas at For the Record sparked discussions and legal disputes, yet his teaching and leadership at the Broadcast Program Development Fund generated economic growth and Canadian programming.
A skilled scriptwriter, Pearson co-wrote notable works like "Snowbird" with Margaret Atwood, earning numerous Canadian Film Awards and Gemini nominations, cementing his legacy in Canadian cinema.
Filmography
Cast Credits
Crew
Crew Credits
Johnny and the Dead
Role: Producer
TV • 1995
An Interview with Dennis Potter
Role: Production Manager
MOVIE • 1994
Bananas from Sunny Québec
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1993
The Littlest Hobo
Role: Director
TV • 1979
One Man
Role: Writer
MOVIE • 1977
For The Record
Role: Director
TV • 1977
Only God Knows
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1974
Paperback Hero
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1973
The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1969
The Dowry
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1969
The Dowry
Role: Writer
MOVIE • 1969
Saul Alinsky Went to War
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1968
Through Conflict to Negotiation
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1968
Deciding to Organize
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1968
Encounter with Saul Alinsky - Part 2: Rama Indian Reserve
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1967
Encounter with Saul Alinsky - Part 1: CYC Toronto
Role: Director
MOVIE • 1967