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Some Problems of Fogo (1967) | Slate

Some Problems of Fogo

By using film as a means of communication, the people of Fogo Island, Newfoundland, voice some of their daily concerns and thoughts about the future. Some of the problems discussed are the fishermen's unions, the fish plant, able-bodied men on welfare, the problems of education, and the issue of the consolidation of schools.

Released: 1967
Runtime: 21m
Genres: Documentary
Country: Canada
Language: English

Direction and writing

Colin LowDirector

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