Bomb Hunters
"An unsettling look at people who hunt bombs for a living."
Originally released in 2006. Bomb Hunters is a documentary/war film. directed by Skye Fitzgerald. At just 57 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Bomb Hunters is an engrossing examination of the micro-economy that has emerged in Cambodia from untrained civilians harvesting unexploded bombs as scrap metal. The film explores the long-term consequences of war and genocide in an attempt to understand the social, cultural, and historical context and experiences of rural villagers who seek out and dismantle UXO (unexploded ordnance) for profit. Part of a global economy, these individuals clear UXO from their land in order to protect their families from harm and to earn enough money to survive. Bomb Hunters is an eye-opening account investigating the on-going residual, persistent effects of war experienced by post-conflict nations around the globe, and the complex realities of achieving "peace".
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 21, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
0h 57m
57 minutes total
Budget
$100K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $100,000
Production Companies
- Collective Eye Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bomb Hunters about?
Bomb Hunters is an engrossing examination of the micro-economy that has emerged in Cambodia from untrained civilians harvesting unexploded bombs as scrap metal. The film explores the long-term cons...
Who directed Bomb Hunters?
Bomb Hunters was directed by Skye Fitzgerald.
How long is Bomb Hunters?
Bomb Hunters has a runtime of 0 hours and 57 minutes (57 minutes total).
When was Bomb Hunters released?
Bomb Hunters was released on August 21, 2006 in theaters.