Poets on Film No. 2

This short film features animated adaptations of four poems by prominent Canadian poets. The selections include “From the Hazel Bough” by Earle Birney, “Travellers Palm” by P.K. Page, “Death by Streetcar” by Raymond Souster, and “A Said Poem” by John Robert Colombo. Each poem is brought to life through creative animation, offering a visual experience that complements the literary works.

As a piece from the National Film Board of Canada, Poets on Film No. 2 reflects the cultural and artistic landscape of the 1970s in Canada. Collectors of animation and Canadian film will find interest in this unique intersection of poetry and visual art. The film not only serves as an artistic representation of the poems but also highlights the contributions of Canadian poets to the literary world.