Les Travailleuses de la mer
Synopsis
The documentary shows the living and working conditions of two categories of women working in the fishing port of Lorient in Brittany. Close on 800 women work there in conditions that have barely changed in 50 years. They are on their feet all the time, carrying heavy loads and working with ice in the cold and the damp. At night, women sort the fish, by day others filet the fish (tidal and processing workers).
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carole Roussopoulos
- Original Title
- Les Travailleuses de la mer
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 26m
- Production Studios
- Vidéo Out
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carole Roussopoulos
Department Leadership Roster
Carole Roussopoulos
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Les Travailleuses de la mer
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What is Les Travailleuses de la mer about?
The documentary shows the living and working conditions of two categories of women working in the fishing port of Lorient in Brittany. Close on 800 women work there in conditions that have barely changed in 50 years. They are on their feet all the time, carrying heavy loads and working with ice in the cold and the damp. At night, women sort the fish, by day others filet the fish (tidal and processing workers).
Who directed Les Travailleuses de la mer?
Les Travailleuses de la mer was directed by Carole Roussopoulos.
Who stars in Les Travailleuses de la mer?
The principal cast of Les Travailleuses de la mer includes Not specified.
When was Les Travailleuses de la mer released and how long is it?
Les Travailleuses de la mer was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 26m.