Al Purdy Was Here

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Synopsis

Documentary. A film about the life, career, and legacy of Canadian poet Al Purdy, including readings, musical performances, and reflections by a wide variety of writers, musicians, and artists.

Content elements

• Infrequent use of cursing and scatological slang
• Frequent depictions of and references to tobacco and alcohol use in a recreational context - little detail

Thematic elements

• The power of poetry
• The artistic temperament
• Canadian literary history

Classification rationale

Rated PG for depictions of tobacco use in a documentary context

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