The Town That Was
"Home is where the fire is."
Originally released in 2007. The Town That Was is a documentary film. directed by Georgie Roland. At just 71 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
An intimate portrait of John Lokitis, the youngest remaining resident of Centralia, Pennsylvania, and his quixotic fight to keep alive a hometown that has literally disintegrated under his feet. His unbowed determination and steadfast refusal to acknowledge defeat reveal a man, a town, a region, and a way of life abandoned and forgotten.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 7, 2007
18 years ago
Runtime
1h 11m
71 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Dog Player Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Town That Was about?
An intimate portrait of John Lokitis, the youngest remaining resident of Centralia, Pennsylvania, and his quixotic fight to keep alive a hometown that has literally disintegrated under his feet. Hi...
Who directed The Town That Was?
The Town That Was was directed by Georgie Roland.
How long is The Town That Was?
The Town That Was has a runtime of 1 hours and 11 minutes (71 minutes total).
When was The Town That Was released?
The Town That Was was released on September 7, 2007 in theaters.