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OVERBURDEN: Promo

"Overburden" is the story of a fiery, pro-coal right-winger and a environmentalist.

Aired 01/09/2017 | Rating NR

REEL SOUTH

OVERBURDEN: Promo

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"Overburden" is the story of a fiery, pro-coal right-winger and a environmentalist.

"Overburden" is the story of a fiery, pro-coal right-winger and a tenacious, environmentalist grandmother whose lives are thrust together when a mine disaster shatters their community. Through an intimate story unfolding over seven years, Overburden underscores the need for reconciliation as a these two women join forces to take on a rogue industry and heal their wounded community.

Aired 01/09/2017 | Rating NR

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