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They descended into a labyrinth of copper mines every day except Sunday—the day the church bells tolled for that week’s dead. They spoke 16 different languages and hailed from the four corners of the earth, yet they forged a community united in spirit and purpose. BUTTE, AMERICA shines a spotlight on these hard-working heroes, and the fierce battles fought for labor rights in a company town.
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The Making Of:
“The locations and logistics were often difficult. The underground tunnels and shafts beneath the surface of Butte…a toxic lake loaded with heavy metals…”
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The Filmmakers:
“As a producer/director, I feel a tremendous responsibility to both my storytellers and viewers to be truthful. Telling stories and hearing stories feeds my soul…”
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the National Endowment for the Arts