Jack Rabbit
28 min
Documentary
About
This short film retraces the life of Herman Smith Johannsen – the man who introduced the sport of cross-country skiing to Canadians. From past to present, his life story is portrayed through pictures from sports newsreels, Norwegian archives and his family album. The film catches up with him at both the Canadian Ski Marathon, where he is the honoured guest, and on a return trip to his native Norway.
Movie Info
Status: Released
Director: William Brind
Runtime: 28 min
Top Cast
Stanley Jackson
Narrator
Herman "Jackrabbit" Smith-Johannsen
Self
