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202147 minPGdocumentary

Rabbittown

202147 minPGdocumentary

In Alabama's small town of Rabbittown, residents share personal stories and engage in community initiatives to address economic decline.

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In Alabama's small town of Rabbittown, residents share personal stories and engage in community initiatives to address economic decline.

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Jaxen Lunsforddirector

Jaxen Lunsfordwriter

Faye Lunsfordcast

Homer Harriscast

Jerry Andrewscast

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In Rabbittown, residents of a small town in Alabama confront the effects of economic decline. Once a thriving community, it now faces significant challenges. The documentary presents personal stories and efforts of the locals to adapt to changing circumstances. Over 47 minutes, it depicts their daily lives and initiatives to foster improvement in their community.

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