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Tales From the Gimli Hospital: a review

Guy Maddin may be one of Canada's best-known unknown filmmakers. From his early, improbable success with "Tales From the Gimli Hospital," the director has relied on near-extinct film techniques to convey both a heavy dose of melodrama and a sly sense of humour. Maddin now works with international stars, but his humble origins are with the Winnipeg Film Group — a filmmakers' co-op that, over 30 years, has brought global acclaim to many Manitoba moviemakers.

A CBC Winnipeg film critic shares his opinion of Guy Maddin's first feature.
Medium: Radio
Program: Arts Encounters
Broadcast Date: April 16, 1988
Guest(s): Gene Walz
Host: Jacqui Good
Reporter: Tom McCullocj
Duration: 5:14
Film credit: Extra Large Productions

Last updated: February 17, 2012

Page consulted on October 29, 2012

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