The Chairmaker and the Boys

This short fictional film evokes rural life in Cape Breton’s Margaree Valley, with its rich colours, bright sunshine, and crystal-clear streams. The film tells the story of a young boy and his grandfather, a carpenter with a hearing impairment. The young boy frolics joyfully in the rural landscape, but eventually he’ll need to learn a lesson from his grandfather about safety, responsibility, and maturity. The film features original music by Maurice Blackburn, one of Canada’s foremost composers
1959 | 20 min
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[@LynnFlatley]

Priceless. Thanks NFB for being a custodian of Canada.

[@heatherrussell8255]

Wonderful film. The version I have taped on VHS from the TV cuts out Grandpa administering the corporal punishment. But I still knew that was the reason Duncan walked his pony home instead of riding home. --. If this was today, Grandpa would be up on child abuse charges.

[@nadiasvens]

The Drama of it All. Didn't expect that :D wow

[@noexp1803]

Back when men were men and boys were following their lead to be skilled and principled young men.

[@christophermiller3031]

Making a compliment while putting down others isn't much of a compliment at all. And yeah... I'm sure worldwide NO boys are learning trades from experienced men whatsoever.

[@nadiasvens]

wtf dude

[@moggridge1]

Great film! 👍😊 Who's to blane here? # Grandpa? # Duncan? # Bruce? You are the jury! 🤔😊

[@christophermiller3031]

God?

[@adamwatson2914]

It’s a bit weird how grandpa quickly puts the paddle away when he hears the mother coming 😝

[@ourboysthaut9968]

Grandpa was sparing the boy from getting into more trouble with his mother. He kept the boy's error secret.

[@marylevin9262]

that was just kinda creepy