The film explores the tumultuous years leading up to the formation of Canada in 1867, focusing on the complex relationships between three influential politicians: John A. Macdonald, George-Étienne Cartier, and George Brown. The story delves into their personal struggles and political battles, including their rivalry and refusal to compromise due to personal differences. Set against the backdrop of the English-French divide in Upper and Lower Canada, the film also examines the impact of the American Civil War on Canada's future and the need for Macdonald and Brown to put aside their differences to ensure Canada's independence.
John A.: Birth of a Country
The tumultuous years of political jockeying in the Province of Canada, formed by the union of Upper and Lower Canada, culminate in the historic confederation of British North American colonies into a single nation.
