Salvage (2019)

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With a massive, unrestricted salvage area, the Yellowknife dump is one of the last and largest open dumps in North America. People from all walks of life go there, to search for everything from tools to clothes to home décor. This documentary follows a group of passionate salvagers over five years as the dump evolves and eventually succumbs to the inexorable efforts of city bureaucrats to subject it to sensible regulations and controls.

Director: Amy C. Elliott
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date:
Music: Bill Staines
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

canada, community, salvage, city dump

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Salvage about?
With a massive, unrestricted salvage area, the Yellowknife dump is one of the last and largest open dumps in North America. People from all walks of life go there, to search for everything from tools to clothes to home décor. This documentary follows a group of passionate salvagers over five years as the dump evolves and eventually succumbs to the inexorable efforts of city bureaucrats to subject it to sensible regulations and controls.
Who directed Salvage?
Salvage was directed by Amy C. Elliott.
How long is Salvage?
Salvage has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is Salvage?
Salvage is a Documentary film.