Storyline

This 1996 documentary takes a nostalgic ride through history to present the experiences of Black sleeping-car porters who worked on Canada's railways from the early 1900s through the 1960s. There was a strong sense of pride among these men and they were well-respected by their community. Yet, harsh working conditions prevented them from being promoted to other railway jobs until finally, in 1955, porter Lee Williams took his fight to the union.

Key Information

Director Selwyn Jacob
Writers Frederick Ward
Studio ONF | NFB
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Frederick Ward

Narrator (voice)

Frequently Asked Questions

The Road Taken was released on September 12, 1996.

The runtime of The Road Taken is 52m.

The Road Taken is a Documentary movie.

The Road Taken is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

The Road Taken was directed by Selwyn Jacob.

The main cast of The Road Taken includes Frederick Ward.

The Road Taken is originally in English.