Joe (2002)
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.
Director: Jill Haras
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Blu Mankuma as Joe Fortes (voice) |
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Richard de Klerk as |
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Maria Fierro as |
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Shirley Milliner as |
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Janyse Jaud as |
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Colin Murdock as |
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Michael Dobson as |
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Laara Sadiq as |
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Terry Klassen as |
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Katya Virshilas as |
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Nickol Tschenscher as |
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Natasha Vasiluk as |
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Eric Savics as |
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Michal Suchánek as |
| Sound | John Sereda | Music |
| Sound | Gael MacLean | Sound Director |
| Visual Effects | Amanda Forbis | Animation |
| Sound | Haida Paul | Sound Editor |
| Visual Effects | Tami Knight | Animation |
| Production | George Johnson | Producer |
| Visual Effects | Martin Rose | Animation |
| Editing | Jill Haras | Editor |
| Sound | Maureen Murphy | Foley |
| Directing | Jill Haras | Director |
| Visual Effects | Tracy Lewis | Animation |
| Visual Effects | Sherann Johnson | Animation |