The Defender(1989)
The Defender Synopsis
This documentary is about Bob Diemert of Carman, Manitoba, and his dream of building the world's next great fighter plane. His worldwide reputation as a genius at restoring "warbirds" enables him to finance his dream. The Defender is a lively, sometimes wild and funny, tale about a remarkable, modern-day folk hero.
The Defender (1989) is a documentary film directed by Stephen Low, released on May 25, 1989 with a runtime of 54m. It stars Bob Diemert and Cedric Smith. Viewers rate it 10.0 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Stephen Low
- Producers:
- Charles Konowal
- Production:
- ONF | NFB
- Status:
- Released
The Defender Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Stephen Low, produced by Charles Konowal.
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The Defender Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 10.0/10 from 2 ratings.
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The Defender – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Defender online?
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Who stars in The Defender?
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The main cast of The Defender (1989) includes Bob Diemert and Cedric Smith. The film was directed by Stephen Low. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Defender released?
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The Defender was released on May 25, 1989 and runs for 54m.
Is The Defender worth watching?
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The Defender (1989) holds an average rating of 10.0 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.