The Charcoal People(2000)
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The Charcoal People Synopsis
This deeply human documentary examines the subject of environmental destruction, highlighting the impoverished migrant workers who are chopping down the Amazon rainforest to create charcoal for pig iron production used primarily in the automobile industry. The film examines the children and elders and their daily lives and work as they burn timber in igloo-looking huts, their bodies charred gray for $2 a day, struggling to survive.
The Charcoal People (2000) is a documentary film directed by Nigel Noble, released on January 20, 2000 with a runtime of 1h 4m. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Nigel Noble
- Writers:
- Marcos Prado, José Padilha
- Producers:
- José Padilha
- Cinematographer:
- Flávio Zangrandi
- Production:
- Zazen Produções
- Status:
- Released
The Charcoal People Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 7 ratings.
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The Charcoal People was released on January 20, 2000 and runs for 1h 4m.
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The Charcoal People (2000) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.