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Devil Put the Coal in the Ground

July 30, 2022 1h 20m 7.5/10 (2 votes)

Released 4 years ago in 2022. Devil Put the Coal in the Ground is a documentary film. directed by Lucas Sabean. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

Uniquely structured upon the personal storytelling of native West Virginians, Devil Put The Coal In The Ground is a meditation on the suffering and devastation brought on by the coal industry and it’s decline. From the realities of a crumbling economy, to the ravages of the opioid epidemic, to the irreparable environmental damage and its tragic impact on human health – the film is a cautionary tale of unfettered corporate power, and an elegy to a vanishing Appalachia.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 30, 2022 3 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
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User Rating 7.5/10 Great (2 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Devil Put the Coal in the Ground about?

Uniquely structured upon the personal storytelling of native West Virginians, Devil Put The Coal In The Ground is a meditation on the suffering and devastation brought on by the coal industry and i...

Who directed Devil Put the Coal in the Ground?

Devil Put the Coal in the Ground was directed by Lucas Sabean.

How long is Devil Put the Coal in the Ground?

Devil Put the Coal in the Ground has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was Devil Put the Coal in the Ground released?

Devil Put the Coal in the Ground was released on July 30, 2022 in theaters.