Vanishing Pearls: The Oystermen of Pointe à la Hache (2014)

The Oystermen of Pointe a la Hache, Louisiana. This town of nearly 300 is struggling to survive following the BP Oil Spill that left their crop dead, finances in ruin and culture facing extinction. This community has a history of being overlooked by the State, and therefore, are taking matters into their own hands, to assure their voice is heard so that they may not otherwise vanish

Director: Nailah Jefferson
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 80 min
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Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vanishing Pearls: The Oystermen of Pointe à la Hache about?
The Oystermen of Pointe a la Hache, Louisiana. This town of nearly 300 is struggling to survive following the BP Oil Spill that left their crop dead, finances in ruin and culture facing extinction. This community has a history of being overlooked by the State, and therefore, are taking matters into their own hands, to assure their voice is heard so that they may not otherwise vanish
Who directed Vanishing Pearls: The Oystermen of Pointe à la Hache?
Vanishing Pearls: The Oystermen of Pointe à la Hache was directed by Nailah Jefferson.
How long is Vanishing Pearls: The Oystermen of Pointe à la Hache?
Vanishing Pearls: The Oystermen of Pointe à la Hache has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
What genre is Vanishing Pearls: The Oystermen of Pointe à la Hache?
Vanishing Pearls: The Oystermen of Pointe à la Hache is a Documentary, History film.