LEATHER SOUL:
Working for a Life in a Factory Town
Narrated by Studs Terkel
PRODUCER: Bob Quinn
DIRECTOR/EDITOR: Joe Cultrera
WRITER: John Stanton CAMERA: Henry Ferrini
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The rhythmic grind of
machinery, the breath of smokestacks, the cacophony of immigrant
language all came to define a unique landscape that was the
American
factory town. Narrated by Studs Terkel, LEATHER SOUL brings
viewers
back
to a time when America's work ethic was forged, and into the
present
where technological progress has torn apart the fabric of
communities. The story of the evolution of Peabody, Massachusetts' leather tanning industry - where a workforce of 20,000 has dwindled to less than 400 - becomes a specific focus that gives insight into a larger picture. Through tightly woven montage and the pragmatic recollection of workers, LEATHER SOUL paints a vivid and poetic picture that plainly shows the undeniable and universal connection between work and quality of life. 46 minutes - Video. (27 minute version also available) |
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"A sterling
example of rescuing working people's history" "Lovingly
produced...this quickly paced program vibrantly examines a
bygone era."
(4 Stars) "Would
be a valuable addition to most libraries."
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Purchase/Rental
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For overseas sales, please make money order payable to the above for
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