Men of the Deeps
“Documentary about a choir of former Cape Breton Island coal miners.”
Synopsis
Acclaimed documentarian John Walker catches the legendary Cape Breton Miner’s singing group The Men of the Deeps just as the last mines on the island are shut down. Featuring ravishing cinematography of Cape Breton, and plenty of music, Men of the Deeps is a deeply touching portrait of a culture that still survives despite the ultimate end of an industry, and a tribute to the men and the songs that kept things moving on the Island for almost two hundred years.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Walker
- Screenplay & Story
- John Walker
- Original Title
- Men of the Deeps
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB, Picture Plant, John Walker Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Walker
John Walker
Hannele Halm
Terry Greenlaw, Kent Martin, John Walker
Department Leadership Roster
Terry Greenlaw
Producer
Kent Martin
Producer
John Walker
Writer
John Walker
Director
John Walker
Producer
Hannele Halm
Editor
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What is Men of the Deeps about?
Acclaimed documentarian John Walker catches the legendary Cape Breton Miner’s singing group The Men of the Deeps just as the last mines on the island are shut down. Featuring ravishing cinematography of Cape Breton, and plenty of music, Men of the Deeps is a deeply touching portrait of a culture that still survives despite the ultimate end of an industry, and a tribute to the men and the songs that kept things moving on the Island for almost two hundred years.
Who directed Men of the Deeps?
Men of the Deeps was directed by John Walker.
Who stars in Men of the Deeps?
The principal cast of Men of the Deeps includes Not specified.
When was Men of the Deeps released and how long is it?
Men of the Deeps was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 52m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Men of the Deeps?
Men of the Deeps holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.