IDFA 1989
The Back-Breaking Leaf
Terence Macartney Filgate
Canada
1959
n.a.
"Smokers say it's relaxing - but tobacco harvesters call it the back- breaking leaf".
A poignant report about the workers who harvest the tobacco crop in Ontario, as seen through their eyes and those of the farmers who depend on the crop for their living. The tobacco plant is sensitive and requires much attention and careful handling. As soon as it ripens it must be immediately harvested. Harvesters must be capable of dealing with stress in order to ensure a successful conclusion of the work's procedure.
A poignant report about the workers who harvest the tobacco crop in Ontario, as seen through their eyes and those of the farmers who depend on the crop for their living. The tobacco plant is sensitive and requires much attention and careful handling. As soon as it ripens it must be immediately harvested. Harvesters must be capable of dealing with stress in order to ensure a successful conclusion of the work's procedure.
Credits
World Sales
National Film Board of Canada
National Film Board of Canada
Cinematography
Screenplay