By Nick Freeman, John de Graaf
This film examines the impact of human development - dams, logging, and fishing - on the salmon population of the Pacific Northwest. Competing interests discuss their perspectives: environmentalists, farmers, fishermen, utilities managers, and biologists. Features a Native American sacred salmon ceremony.
Reviews
~ "A lyrical creation with...a powerful impact. A fine piece on a controversial subject." - Seattle Post-Intelligencer
~ "Four stars. Highly recommended. A well-balanced report...the photography is superb." - Video Rating Guide for Libraries
~ "This video is highly recommended!" - Educational Media Reviews Online
Awards
~ 5 Regional Emmy Awards: Best Documentary, Best Writing,Best Directing, Best Photography
~ First Place, Best of the West Competition
~ First Place, Washington Press Association Awards
~ Blue Ribbon, 1993 American Film & Video Festival
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