This film interview affords a glimpse of a bold and learned mind illuminating important social issues. Responding to questions on the related topics of language, democracy, and the role of the modern university, acclaimed literary critic Northrop Frye explains why education is crucial: "A democracy cannot function without articulate citizens." Frye claims that the university is a place where individual liberty becomes possible, as students learn to question beliefs imposed by society. For Frye, reading and writing are "instruments of freedom."
Genre: Documentary
Stars:
Crew: D.B. Jones (Producer), Donald Winkler (Director), William Brind (Producer), Albert Kish (Editor), Kent Nason (Director of Photography)
Country: Canada
Language: English
Studio: ONF | NFB
Runtime: 28 minutes
Quality: HD
Released: Jan 01, 1984
IMDb: 10
Keywords:education
