The Land Beneath Our Feet (2016)

When lost footage from the 1920s depicting a corporate land grab in the early days of globalization arrives back in Liberia, it sparks inquiry into how Liberians lost sovereignty over the very land that sustains them.

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The Land Beneath Our Feet follows a young Liberian man, uprooted by war, who returns from the USA with never-before-seen footage of Liberia’s past. The uncovered footage is embraced as a national treasure. Depicting a 1926 corporate land grab, it is also an explosive reminder of eroding land rights.

Director: Sarita Siegel, Gregg Mitman
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Sarita Siegel
Editing: Mark 'Reg' Wrench, Sarita Siegel
Production: Alchemy Films
Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Land Beneath Our Feet about?
The Land Beneath Our Feet follows a young Liberian man, uprooted by war, who returns from the USA with never-before-seen footage of Liberia’s past. The uncovered footage is embraced as a national treasure. Depicting a 1926 corporate land grab, it is also an explosive reminder of eroding land rights.
Who directed The Land Beneath Our Feet?
The Land Beneath Our Feet was directed by Sarita Siegel, Gregg Mitman.
Who stars in The Land Beneath Our Feet?
The Land Beneath Our Feet stars Philomena Bloh Sayeh, Cecil T.O. Brandy, Miatta Fahnbulleh, Ali Kaba, Silas Kpanan'Ayoung Siakor, Joseph Saye Guannu.
How long is The Land Beneath Our Feet?
The Land Beneath Our Feet has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is The Land Beneath Our Feet?
The Land Beneath Our Feet is a Documentary film.
Where was The Land Beneath Our Feet produced?
The Land Beneath Our Feet was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.