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202115 minPGdoc-short

Famous Potatoes

202115 minPGdoc-short

Filmed entirely within 75 miles of their homes, a group of friends known as the Potato Boys share their adventures in familiar places.

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Filmed entirely within 75 miles of their homes, a group of friends known as the Potato Boys share their adventures in familiar places.

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Kyle Vandeverdirector

Essex Prescottdirector

Essex Prescottcast

Blake Bowermancast

Stephen Matkincast

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The Potato Boys roam their local hills and peaks, all within 75 miles of their homes. They reconnect with familiar spaces and reflect on their experiences in the area. The documentary spans 15 minutes and captures their adventures and insights about the places they know well. Filmed in 2021, Famous Potatoes presents a view of everyday life through the lens of these individuals.

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