Laughter in My Soul (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1983, Laughter in My Soul is a documentary film directed by Halya Kuchmij, running about 27 minutes.
What it’s about. This short documentary profiles cartoonist, painter, humorist, publisher, iconographer, and teacher Jacob Maydanyk. Part of the first wave of Ukrainian immigrants who arrived in Canada between 1896-1914, Maydanyk was an imaginative artist who created the beloved comic strip character Shteef Tabachniuk, a hapless and endearing galoot who became a folk hero to Ukrainian immigrants. Laughter in My Soul is a tribute to the dignity and heroism of those early pioneers and to those whose spirit lives on, to those who had laughter in their souls.
Who’s in it. Laughter in My Soul stars John Colicos as Narrator, Myron Oryschuk as Character Voices, Doreen Brownstone as Character Voices and Brian Richardson as Character Voices, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Laughter in My Soul sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Laughter in My Soul page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Laughter in My Soul (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Laughter in My Soul change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Laughter in My Soul worth watching?
- Laughter in My Soul holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Laughter in My Soul?
- Laughter in My Soul stars John Colicos, Myron Oryschuk, Doreen Brownstone, Brian Richardson and Cecil Semchyshyn.
- When was Laughter in My Soul released?
- Laughter in My Soul was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.
