This short documentary is a moving tribute to Richard Cardinal, a Métis adolescent who committed suicide in 1984. Taken from his home at the age of 4 due to family problems, he spent the rest of his 17 short years moving in and out of 28 foster homes, group homes and shelters in Alberta. A sensitive, articulate young man, Richard Cardinal left behind a diary upon which this film is based.
Release Date | January 1, 1986 | |
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Status | Released | |
Original Title | Richard Cardinal: Cry from a Diary of a Métis Child | |
Runtime | 29min | |
Budget | — | |
Revenue | — | |
Language | — | |
Original Language | English | |
Production Countries | Canada | |
Production Companies | ONF | NFB |