Alaska Far Away
"The New Deal Pioneers of the Matanuska Colony"
Originally released in 2008. Alaska Far Away is a documentary film. directed by Paul Hill.
Starring Peter Coyote
Synopsis
'Alaska Far Away' tells the story of the Matanuska Colonization Project of 1935, a creative and controversial New Deal program that relocated 202 families devastated by the Great Depression, taking them from the upper Midwest to the Matanuska Valley in Alaska to start an experimental farming colony. It generated a whirlwind of publicity and controversy at the time, not only as a federally-funded social experiment, but also as one of the last pioneer movements in America. The Matanuska Colony isn't just a fascinating footnote to the history of Alaska. It encompasses the despair of the Depression, the creative energy of the New Deal, the adventure of pioneering in Alaska, and the best and worst of our government and ordinary citizens in facing those extraordinary challenges.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 6, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Juster Hill Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alaska Far Away about?
'Alaska Far Away' tells the story of the Matanuska Colonization Project of 1935, a creative and controversial New Deal program that relocated 202 families devastated by the Great Depression, taking...
Who directed Alaska Far Away?
Alaska Far Away was directed by Paul Hill.
How long is Alaska Far Away?
Alaska Far Away has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Alaska Far Away released?
Alaska Far Away was released on March 6, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Alaska Far Away?
The main cast of Alaska Far Away includes Peter Coyote.