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About the life of legendary Canadian comedian John Candy, who died of a heart attack in 1994 at the age of 43. His friends and colleagues talk about the actor, and the film features never-before-published archival footage and interviews. It tells the story of John Candy's multifaceted life, career, and cultural legacy — from his early years spent in the provincial Canadian town of Manitoba to the iconic roles that made him a legend. The film includes rare archival footage, home videos, interview clips, and audio commentary from friends and family.