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Seacoal

The film delves into the harsh realities of seacoaling, its impact deeply intertwined with the lives of the community that has developed its sense of self around this industry on Lynemouth Beach in Northumberland.

Betty and her daughter Corinna escape a violent marriage and join a seacoaling community, where they face harsh realities and exploitation. Despite the struggles, their lives retain a sense of freedom and romance, captured in the film's lyrical style. The movie is set in the industrial landscape of Lynemouth, where locals and travelers have made a living collecting waste coal.

Info about Seacoal

Studio(s): Amber Films

Originally Released: United States, Jan 01, 1985

Production Country: United Kingdom