Burning Coal (2000)
In 1994, an economist decision by British Coal to close "Tower Colliery" in Aberdare (South Wales), convinced its miners boasting a generationally long history of political activism, that what they had was worth fighting for. In unanimous vote to buy out the company, every miner pledged 8,000£, many relinquishing severance pay. Then union leaders, Tyrone O'Sullivan and a few other miners, decided to become businessmen.
Director: Jean-Michel Carré
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 88 min
Release Date: February 9, 2000
Language: English
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Burning Coal about?
- In 1994, an economist decision by British Coal to close "Tower Colliery" in Aberdare (South Wales), convinced its miners boasting a generationally long history of political activism, that what they had was worth fighting for. In unanimous vote to buy out the company, every miner pledged 8,000£, many relinquishing severance pay. Then union leaders, Tyrone O'Sullivan and a few other miners, decided to become businessmen.
- Who directed Burning Coal?
- Burning Coal was directed by Jean-Michel Carré.
- How long is Burning Coal?
- Burning Coal has a runtime of 1h 28m (88 minutes).
- What genre is Burning Coal?
- Burning Coal is a Documentary film.