Where the North Begins (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1971, Where the North Begins is a documentary film directed by David Mackay, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. “Where the North Begins” was one of the 4 original regional portrait films commissioned for the first season of Ontario Place (the others being "North of Superior" (IMAX), "Seasons in the Mind" (70mm), and "Home By The Waters" (35mm anamorphic). The film was directed by David MacKay who was the producer for "A Place to Stand" and then directed "Ontario-oh!". Although "Where The North Begins" was commissioned by the Ontario government, Dave's subversive and wicked sense of irony does come shining through, as does his heartfelt beliefs.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Where the North Begins has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Where the North Begins page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Where the North Begins (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Where the North Begins change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Where the North Begins worth watching?
- Where the North Begins holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Where the North Begins released?
- Where the North Begins was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.