Paisley Maxwell
Acting
Biography
Paisley Maxwell was born on March 13, 1931 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada as Elinor Paisley Maxwell. She was an actress, known for Now That April's Here (1958), The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar (1969) and Wojeck (1966). She was married to Donald G.G. Glen. She died on August 9, 2010 in Brampton, Ontario.
Known For
"The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar" tells the story of Emery Prometer, a proud bush worker in Ottawa Valley, resisting government aid to support his family. The film compassionately depicts their struggles and the resolve of Emery's daughter, Rosie, (Margot Kidder in her film debut) to break the cycle of poverty through education. This '60s NFB standout authentically portrays their dignity amid hardship, showcasing Canadian filmmaking despite hurdles from private broadcasters' cost concerns. The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar won eight Canadian Film Awards, including Best Picture (John Kemeny, Barrie Howells), Director (Peter Pearson), Cinematography (Tony Ianzelo), Screenplay (Joan Finnegan) and Lead Actor (Chris Wiggins).
The Best Damn Fiddler from Calabogie to Kaladar
Army officer whose parents are white and Indian tries to avert an Indian war.
Flaming Frontier
The investigation of a suspected tax fraud, based on actual case files of the Department of National Revenue.