Riding the Tornado (1986)

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Who stars in Riding the Tornado?

Riding the Tornado stars James Laxer.

Who directed Riding the Tornado?

Riding the Tornado was directed by Robert Lower.

How long is Riding the Tornado?

Riding the Tornado has a runtime of 0h 57m.

What is Riding the Tornado about?

This documentary focuses on boom-and-bust economic cycles, most notably that of Alberta oil during the '70s and early '80s. When the bust hit after a drop in world oil prices, those business people who knew how to "ride a tornado" cut their losses and moved on, while others were left devastated. When Newfoundland was faced with a possible oil boom of its own in the mid-'80s, it took the lessons of Alberta to heart. Part 3 of the series, Reckoning: The Political Economy of Canada.