City of Gold (1957)

City of Gold

1957

Documentary

Synopsis

This classic short film depicts the Klondike gold rush at its peak, when would-be prospectors struggled through harsh conditions to reach the fabled gold fields over 3000 km north of civilization. Using a collection of still photographs, the film juxtaposes the Dawson City at the height of the gold rush with its bustling taverns and dance halls with the more tranquil Dawson City of the present.

Credits

Director

Colin Low

Wolf Koenig

Cast

Pierre Berton as Narrator (voice)

Crew

Colin Low (Director of Photography)

Douglas Roberts (Director of Photography)

Wolf Koenig (Director of Photography)

Tom Daly (Editor)

Eldon Rathburn (Music)