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202325 minPGdocumentary

Black River

202325 minPGdocumentary

One town in Eastern Kentucky faces the dual challenges of decades of coal mining and one of the highest poverty rates in the United States.

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One town in Eastern Kentucky faces the dual challenges of decades of coal mining and one of the highest poverty rates in the United States.

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Max Retikdirector

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Fleming-Neon, a town in Eastern Kentucky, faces the consequences of decades of coal mining and high poverty rates. Residents share their daily experiences, revealing the struggles of a lost generation of children. The film captures their hopes and fears against a backdrop of environmental degradation and economic hardship. Through personal stories, it paints a picture of life in a community grappling with the impacts of industry and poverty. The documentary runs for 25 minutes and was released in 2023.

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