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A Wives' Tale is a Canadian documentary directed by Sophie Bissonnette, Martin Duckworth, and Joyce Rock, released in 1980. The film focuses on the impact of the 1978 Inco strike on women in Sudbury, Ontario. It portrays how the nine-month strike at INCO's mining operations affected the local economy and the roles women played within their communities during this time.
The film won the Prix de la critique québécoise in 1981, although the filmmakers did not receive the prize money due to the Quebec Film Institute's discontinuation of funding without prior notice. Additionally, it was nominated for a Genie Award for Best Theatrical Documentary at the 2nd Genie Awards in 1981.
Why Watch
- •See how the 1978 Inco strike affected Sudbury women.
- •Meet the filmmakers Sophie Bissonnette, Martin Duckworth, and Joyce Rock.
- •Find out about the film's Genie Award nomination in 1981.
Did You Know
•The film was released in 1980 and has a duration of 73 minutes.
•The 1978 Inco strike lasted for nine months and significantly impacted Sudbury's economy.
•The film won the Prix de la critique québécoise in 1981 but did not receive prize money.
Perfect For
Labor history enthusiastsCanadian documentary fansWomen's studies scholars