Action star Liam Neeson stars in a film about an indigenous gang leader, set to shoot in the Rocky Mountains until Parks Canada learned about the film's plot. ( Francois Durand / GETTY IMAGES )A movie production team was denied permission to shoot in the Rocky Mountain national parks after Parks Canada staff learned the film’s plot involved an indigenous gang leader. He then seeks to dismantle the cartel, but his efforts spark a turf war involving a First Nations gang boss, played by First Nations actor, musician and Order of Canada member Tom Jackson. In an email, Parks Canada confirmed it has concerns over the script. Parks Canada maintains the right to refuse applications that are not in line with Parks Canada’s mandate or operational priorities.” Such decisions are made locally by staff at the parks where the request is made, said Bradley.

Source: thestar March 08, 2017 20:48 UTC