Imaginary Heroine
Originally released in 2012. Imaginary Heroine is a drama film. directed by Sherry White. At just 5 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ella Clarke, Mary Walsh, and Ella Ray Lewis
Synopsis
This short film pays tribute to actress and comedian Mary Walsh. Layering archival photographs of downtown St. John’s and evocative imagery, it tells the remarkable story of a little girl who grew up next door to her family. Inspired by Mary Walsh’s one woman play Dancing with Rage, the film reveals the heart of the unique characters created by Newfoundland’s grand dame of comedy. Produced by the National Film Board of Canada in co-operation with the National Arts Centre and the Governor General's Performing Arts Awards Foundation on the occasion of the 2012 Governor General's Performing Arts Awards.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Ella Clarke
as Little Mary
Mary Walsh
as Self
Ella Ray Lewis
as Background Performer
Jack Gover
as Background Performer
Léo Gilbert
as Background Performer
Matthew Gover
as Background Performer
Percy White
as Background Performer
Poppy Park
as Background Performer
Sean Church
as Background Performer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- ONF | NFB
- The National Arts Centre
- Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards Foundation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Imaginary Heroine about?
This short film pays tribute to actress and comedian Mary Walsh. Layering archival photographs of downtown St. John’s and evocative imagery, it tells the remarkable story of a little girl who gre...
Who directed Imaginary Heroine?
Imaginary Heroine was directed by Sherry White.
How long is Imaginary Heroine?
Imaginary Heroine has a runtime of 0 hours and 5 minutes (5 minutes total).
When was Imaginary Heroine released?
Imaginary Heroine was released on May 12, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Imaginary Heroine?
The main cast of Imaginary Heroine includes Ella Clarke, Mary Walsh, Ella Ray Lewis, Jack Gover, Léo Gilbert.