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20228 minNRdoc-short

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

The Captain

20228 minNRdoc-short

8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

At 27 years old, Sadie Samuels is the youngest and only female lobster boat captain in Rockport, Maine, representing just 4% of female commercial lobstermen in the state.

Genres

Culture,

Biography

Director

Greg Kohs

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Synopsis

At 27 years old, Sadie Samuels is the youngest and only female lobster boat captain in Rockport, Maine, representing just 4% of female commercial lobstermen in the state.

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Synopsis

Sadie Samuels stands at the helm of her lobster boat in Rockport, Maine, as the youngest and only female captain in the area. At 27, she is part of a small group, representing just 4% of female commercial lobstermen in the state. Her father, Matt, has been a mentor since her childhood, instilling in her a passion for lobster fishing. The documentary captures her daily challenges, the beauty of the ocean, and the dedication required to thrive in a male-dominated industry.

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Why Watch

Meet Sadie Samuels, a trailblazer in lobster fishing.
See the beauty of Rockport, Maine's harbor.
Follow a woman's path in a male-dominated industry.

Did You Know

Sadie Samuels is the youngest lobster boat captain in Rockport, Maine at 27.
Only 4% of commercial lobstermen in Maine are female.
Sadie's father, Matt, has been her mentor since childhood.

Perfect For

Women in tradesLobster fishing enthusiastsMaine tourism

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the youngest female lobster boat captain in Rockport, Maine?

Sadie Samuels is the youngest and only female lobster boat captain in Rockport, Maine.

What percentage of female commercial lobstermen are there in Maine?

Only 4% of commercial lobstermen in Maine are female.

Who mentored Sadie Samuels in her lobster fishing career?

Sadie Samuels was mentored by her father, Matt, since childhood.

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