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201811 minGdoc-short

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Sole Doctor

201811 minGdoc-short

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A family-owned shoe repair business in Portland, Oregon has served the community for over 50 years as George prepares to pass it on to his son.

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Paula Bernstein

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A family-owned shoe repair business in Portland, Oregon has served the community for over 50 years as George prepares to pass it on to his son.

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Paula Bernsteindirector

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George's Shoe Repair in Portland, Oregon, has been a family-owned business for over 50 years. George prepares to pass the shop to his son, Joshua, a former modern dancer. Joshua's young daughter, Mia, also learns the trade. The documentary captures the dynamics of this family as they navigate the transition of the business and the skills involved in shoe repair. The film runs for 11 minutes and was released in 2018.

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