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202486 minGdocumentary

Been Here Stay Here

202486 minGdocumentary

Two-thirds of Tangier Island has disappeared over the last 150 years, raising concerns about rising sea levels among its fishing community.

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Two-thirds of Tangier Island has disappeared over the last 150 years, raising concerns about rising sea levels among its fishing community.

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David Usui

David Usuidirector

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Fishermen live on Tangier Island in the Chesapeake Bay. The island has lost two-thirds of its land over the past 150 years. Residents express concern about rising sea levels and the delayed efforts to strengthen the sea wall. The community relies on their church for support and stability. "Been Here Stay Here" documents these environmental challenges and the enduring spirit of the island's inhabitants. The film runs for 86 minutes and was released in 2024.

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