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Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake
“An Incredible True Story”
6.5 / 10• 2007• 1h 14m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
In the 1940's American-born Willard MacDonald jumped his troop train heading to WWII. Fearing authorities he lived as a hermit deep in the northern wilderness of Nova Scotia, Canada for more than 60 years inspiring folklore for generations.
Cast & Crew
Randy Bachman
Narrator (voice)
LeadLB
Lloyd Bogle
Himself
DB
Dave Buckler
Himself
CC
Chester Cook
Himself
DC
Doreen Cook
Herself
GF
Gerry Farrell
Himself
MM
Melvin MacKay
Himself
GM
Glen MacMeekin
Himself
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Amy Goldberg's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Willard: The Hermit of Gully Lake is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
