Four children and an immigrant mother face the challenges of life in White Earth, North Dakota, during the oil boom that transformed the region.
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Four children and an immigrant mother face the challenges of life in White Earth, North Dakota, during the oil boom that transformed the region.
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White Earth, set in White Earth, North Dakota, follows four children and an immigrant mother amid the North Dakota oil boom. The film portrays their daily lives and the changes brought by an influx of workers seeking jobs. As the oil industry expands, families face challenges associated with this economic surge. The film was directed by J. Christian Jensen and runs for 20 minutes. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject) in 2015.
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- Meet the immigrant mother navigating the oil boom.
- See the lives of children affected by rapid change.
- Find out about the North Dakota oil boom's impact.
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- White Earth was nominated for an Academy Award in 2015.
- The film focuses on four children and their immigrant mother.
- It has a runtime of 20 minutes.
- The documentary was released in 2014.
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Who directed the documentary White Earth?
White Earth was directed by J. Christian Jensen.
What is the runtime of the documentary White Earth?
White Earth has a duration of 20 minutes.
What award was White Earth nominated for?
White Earth was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Documentary (Short Subject) at the 87th Academy Awards.
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