The Art of the Possible
Overview
This feature documentary offers a behind-the-scenes look at political decision-making in Ontario, the most populated Canadian province. A candid study of Ontario Premier Bill Davis and his Cabinet profiles the political process—a daily round of committee meetings, budget tabling, and media relations initiatives. Born into a political dynasty, Davis has the power and resources of the “big blue machine” behind him as he initiates political manoeuvres that tackle everything from unemployment to provincial-federal relations. The film reveals key aspects of Davis's political philosophy, one that kept the Conservatives in power in Ontario for 36 consecutive years.
Director
Peter Raymont
Top Cast
Pierre Elliott Trudeau
Self
René Lévesque
Self
Michael Cassidy
Self
Stuart Smith
Self
Peter Raymont
Narrator (voice)
William G. Davis
Self
