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201155 minPGdocumentary

Hard Light

201155 minPGdocumentary

Using Michael Crummey's work, the film examines cultural change and modern relationships in Newfoundland.

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Using Michael Crummey's work, the film examines cultural change and modern relationships in Newfoundland.

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Justin Simmsdirector

Justin Simmswriter

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This feature film uses Michael Crummey's seminal piece of Newfoundland literature to examine cultural change and modern relationships.

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