As If They Were Angels

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A deeply layered WWII tale of shipwreck, a steep loss of life, courage, sacrifice and human endurance; of rescue and remembrance.

Released October 06, 2018

Overview

The little known story of one of the worst non-combat disasters in the history of the US Navy, …AS IF THEY WERE ANGELS is a story of courage, heart, sacrifice and the heroism of miners & fishermen of 2 small towns, who risked their lives to save nearly 200 American sailors, shipwrecked on the rugged cliffs of Newfoundland. Narrated by Peter Coyote, it’s a deeply layered tale of navigation errors, courts martial mistakes, a steep loss of life, and resonates today as if the very telling of its deep humanity offers a lifeline for our fractured times.

Runtime

1h 25m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

As If They Were Angels


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Canada
  • United States of America

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      Health, Education & Videotape, Inc

      United States

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      Terry Strauss Productions

      United States

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