Film Lens
Anyox is a documentary film that presents the history of the ghost town of Anyox, British Columbia. It examines the environmental consequences of the abandoned mining facilities in the area and the labour relations that existed before the town's decline. The film provides a detailed account of how mining activities impacted both the landscape and the community.
Directed by Ryan Ermacora and Jessica Johnson, the film was released in 2022 and premiered at the Cinéma du Réel film festival in France. It was later screened at the Open City Documentary Festival in England and had its Canadian premiere at the Vancouver International Film Festival in the same year.
Why Watch
- •See the environmental impact of mining in Anyox.
- •Meet the people behind Anyox's mining history.
- •Find out about the town's labour relations before abandonment.
Did You Know
•Anyox is located in British Columbia, Canada.
•The film had its premiere in March 2022.
•It was longlisted for the Directors Guild of Canada's 2022 Jean-Marc Vallée DGC Discovery Award.
•The documentary has a runtime of 87 minutes.
Perfect For
Canadian history enthusiastsEnvironmental studiesMining industry insights