Animation ·History · Canada · 2002 · 9m

Joe

Joe poster
Director
Jill Haras
Cast
Blu Mankuma as Joe Fortes (voice) Richard de Klerk as Maria Fierro as Shirley Milliner as Janyse Jaud as Colin Murdock as
Crew
Jill Haras — Editor George Johnson — Producer
Synopsis

This animated short tells the story of Seraphim "Joe" Fortes, one of Vancouver's most beloved citizens. Born in the West Indies, Joe Fortes swam in English Bay for over than 30 years. A self-appointed lifeguard at first, he became so famous that the city of Vancouver finally rewarded him with a salary for doing what he loved best.

Mood & Themes
canadacartoonbiographybased on true storyswimmingvancouverlifeguard
Key Collaborators
Jill Haras Director Jill Haras Editor George Johnson Producer
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