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Fogo

Fogo

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The deterioration of a small community in Fogo Island is forcing its inhabitants to leave and resettle. Places once occupied by humans are now becoming part of the tundra landscape. In spite of a condemn future, there are some residents who decide to remain, holding on to their memories and grieving for the past, when life in Fogo was different.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

61 mins

Rating

5.6/10

Release Date

20 May 2012

Country

Canada

Cast

Norman Foley

Norman Foley

Self

Ron Broders

Ron Broders

Self

Cameron Dwyer

Cameron Dwyer

Self

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