Michael Ostroff
Professor
Department of History
Carleton University
Canada
Biography
Michael Ostroff was a documentary filmmaker for more than 40 years, beginning as an editor at Crawley Films, Ottawa in 1973. His early works –– made in collaboration with advocacy groups, cultural organizations, poverty groups, health care providers and trade unions ––explore issues related to social change. The later documentaries focus on the history and development of Canada’s cultural voice and have been cited for their political insight, and understated, lyrical tone.
Research Interest
documentary production
