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The Taking of Harris Neck
(39 min 50 sec/United States)
Synopsis
The stunning marshlands of Harris Neck, Georgia have a tragic history. In 1942, the US government took 2687 acres of land inhabited by descendants of freed slaves to build an airbase. The government promised to give the land back after the war. Now 80 years later the community is still fighting to get their land back.
Director
Kevin Mannens is a VFX designer turned documentary filmmaker. Mannens is known as a visceral, versatile and visionary imagineer; his work a symbiosis of tactile visuals and engaging narrative.
Additional Credits
Director/Producer: Kevin Mannens
Producer: Georgia Townsend
2D Animation: Benjamin Maese
Voice Over Artist: Citlali Fosados
Sound Design Assistant: Albert Ramirez
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