Construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway took place from 1881 to 1885, connecting the east and west coasts of Canada for the first time.
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Construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway took place from 1881 to 1885, connecting the east and west coasts of Canada for the first time.
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Steam locomotive 2816 departs from Vancouver, pulling period train cars along the historic route of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Directed by Stephen Low, Rocky Mountain Express illustrates the construction of Canada's first transcontinental railway between 1881 and 1885. Archival photographs and CGI maps show the challenges faced by builders, including treacherous terrain like the granite cliffs of the Fraser Valley. The film premiered on September 30, 2011, at the Canadian Museum of Civilization. It earned around $20 million globally within two years.
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Why Watch
- See the stunning landscapes between Calgary and Vancouver.
- Meet the historic steam locomotive 2816 in action.
- Find out about the construction of Canada's first transcontinental railway.
Did You Know
- The film had its world premiere on September 30, 2011.
- Rocky Mountain Express made up to $20 million in the first 2 years.
- The primary construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway lasted from 1881 to 1885.
- The film was shot over five years, starting in 2006.
- It features the Canadian Pacific Railway’s 4-6-4 H1b Hudson steam locomotive 2816.
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Who directed Rocky Mountain Express?
Rocky Mountain Express was directed by Canadian filmmaker Stephen Low.
When did Rocky Mountain Express have its world premiere?
Rocky Mountain Express had its world premiere on September 30, 2011.
What was the box office revenue of Rocky Mountain Express in the first two years?
Rocky Mountain Express made up to $20 million in the global box office in the first two years.
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