The Scholar in Society: Northrop Frye in Conversation

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Runtime : 28M

Director : Donald Winkler

Synopsis

This film interview affords a glimpse of a bold and learned mind illuminating important social issues. Responding to questions on the related topics of language, democracy, and the role of the modern university, acclaimed literary critic Northrop Frye explains why education is crucial: "A democracy cannot function without articulate citizens." Frye claims that the university is a place where individual liberty becomes possible, as students learn to question beliefs imposed by society. For Frye, reading and writing are "instruments of freedom."

Actors

Crews

Donald Winkler
Donald Winkler
Director
William Brind
William Brind
Producer
D.B. Jones
D.B. Jones
Producer
Kent Nason
Kent Nason
Cinematography
Albert Kish
Albert Kish
Editor