Canadian Bacon is the last film for John Candy before his untimely death. On it's release, I enjoyed Canadian Bacon and much like the food item itself, it hit the spot. The film was shot on location in Niagara Falls in the US and Canada. Being a resident of Western New York myself that is something I can appreciate. This was directed by Michael Moore (yes, THAT Michael Moore), but you don't have to be a leftist to enjoy this political, satirical comedy. The film shows how easily people can be manipuplated by propoganda.(which still rings true today) The film takes the ridiculous premise of starting a cold war with Canada for a unpopular president to get a better approval rating. The film is highbrow in parts and lowbrow in others, definitely makes full use of stereotypes and is very funny. The cast is awesome and has John Candy, Alan Alda, Kevin Pollock, Rip Torn and Carla from Cheers. Also has cameo's from Dan Akyroyd and James Belushi. The film does present some serious political discourse, but is done in a very lighthearted way and is a good time and funny comedy.
Review of Canadian Bacon
