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She's a Railroader

Directed by Barbara Tranter
Canada, 1978 (documentary, 10 minutes, colour, English)
Also known as "Aiguilleuse au CN"
She's a Railroader
Image: © National Film Board of Canada

Film Description:
"Karen Zaitchik jumps on and off moving boxcars, throws switches, pulls brakes and uncouples freights with ease and confidence. She's a railroader for CN and that's what this 21-year-old highly individualistic woman wants out of life for the moment. This colourful short film shows how Karen manages in the traditionally male world of the railroad."
-- National Film Board of Canada (source)

Film Credits (partial):
Produced by: Shelah Reljic, John Taylor
Cinematography: Jan-Marie Martell
Film Editing: Bruce Giesbrecht
Music: Blue Northern
Production Company: National Film Board of Canada / Office national du film du Canada
(sources)

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