Bluenose In The Sun

Genre: Educational

Year Published: 1977

Creator: Canadian Travel Film Library

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Sound: sound

Description: story and song tribute to an Atlantic racing schooner

Complete Record: AI says: Bluenose in the Sun is a 1977 short documentary film featuring the iconic Canadian sailing ship, the Bluenose. Renowned folk musician Stan Rogers wrote and performed the song "Bluenose" specifically for this production. The film showcases the historic Nova Scotian racing schooner, known for its undefeated record and as a symbol of the Grand Banks fishing fleet. Key Details Release Year: 1977 Subject: The Bluenose schooner (1921–1946) Music: Song "Bluenose" written by Stan Rogers Context: Often associated with Canadian heritage, historical narratives and Nova Scotian maritime history. The song by Stan Rogers, which appeared on his live album Home in Halifax (1993), highlights the ship's speed, grace, and its status as a "proud, fast queen of the Grand Banks fleet". The film is sometimes noted alongside other Canadian Vignettes produced by the National Film Board of Canada (NFBC)