The Iron Digger
Released 4 years ago in 2022. The Iron Digger is a documentary film. directed by Anil Budha Magar. At just 51 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The Iron Digger is the story of a Jelbang village in Rolpa district. Jelbang was considered a commercial centre of mountain iron around 2046 BS. However, now the iron mine is closed. After the Nepal government closed the mines, the family of 84-year-old Raj Bahadur Budha Magar, who had been working in iron mines since the age of 10, became unemployed and some disappeared abroad in search of employment, while others were killed in civil war. The film shows the impact on the lives of villagers like Raj Bahadur Budha’s family after the closure of Jelbang’s iron ore mine.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- NE
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Iron Digger about?
The Iron Digger is the story of a Jelbang village in Rolpa district. Jelbang was considered a commercial centre of mountain iron around 2046 BS. However, now the iron mine is closed. After the Nepa...
Who directed The Iron Digger?
The Iron Digger was directed by Anil Budha Magar.
How long is The Iron Digger?
The Iron Digger has a runtime of 0 hours and 51 minutes (51 minutes total).
When was The Iron Digger released?
The Iron Digger was released on April 22, 2022 in theaters.