What is Shenandoah?
Shenandoah is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Documentary.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2012
- Release date
- Oct 16, 2012
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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Shenandoah is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Documentary.
Should you watch it?
“A coal town's identity hangs in the balance after a tragic death sparks community upheaval.”
- Deeply personal portrait by acclaimed photographer David Turnley
- Insightful look at the American Dream under strain
- Reveals the challenges of a declining mining community
- Heavy subject matter may be unsettling
- Pace may feel slow for viewers seeking action
Watch it if you’re drawn to socially conscious documentaries about community struggle and immigration.
The film deals with violent death and immigration tensions, making it appropriate for mature viewers.
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What type of film is Shenandoah?
It is an epic feature documentary released in 2012.
How long is the documentary?
The runtime is 1 hour and 37 minutes.
Who created the documentary?
Pulitzer Prize‑winning photographer David Turnley produced the film as his most personal work.
What central event does the film examine?
It focuses on the charging of four white football players in the beating death of undocumented immigrant Luis Ramirez.
When was Shenandoah released in the United States?
It premiered on October 16, 2012 in the US.