Death on the Job
Synopsis
A revealing look at how workers' safety is being compromised with tragic results. Interviews with accident investigators, co-workers, and victims' families detail the causes and consequences of accidents, while extensive news footage and home videos taken by accident survivors and family members expose the hazards of such industries as commercial fishing, construction and chemical refineries. An indictment of inadequate governmental safeguards, this important film makes a plea for the protection of workers.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vince DiPersio, Bill Guttentag
- Screenplay & Story
- Bill Guttentag, Vince DiPersio
- Original Score
- Phil Marshall
- Original Title
- Death on the Job
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 49m
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Vince DiPersio, Bill Guttentag
Bill Guttentag, Vince DiPersio
Phil Marshall
Jim Stewart
Department Leadership Roster
Vince DiPersio
Director
Bill Guttentag
Writer
Jim Stewart
Editor
Vince DiPersio
Writer
Bill Guttentag
Director
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What is Death on the Job about?
A revealing look at how workers' safety is being compromised with tragic results. Interviews with accident investigators, co-workers, and victims' families detail the causes and consequences of accidents, while extensive news footage and home videos taken by accident survivors and family members expose the hazards of such industries as commercial fishing, construction and chemical refineries. An indictment of inadequate governmental safeguards, this important film makes a plea for the protection of workers.
Who directed Death on the Job?
Death on the Job was directed by Vince DiPersio, Bill Guttentag.
Who stars in Death on the Job?
The principal cast of Death on the Job includes Joe Mantegna.
When was Death on the Job released and how long is it?
Death on the Job was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Death on the Job?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Death on the Job was composed by Phil Marshall.