The Great Fogo Island Punt Race (2007)

On August 13th 2007, ten rowing teams from a clutch of islands in Atlantic Canada made history when they faced the open sea in the first race of its kind. But the centuries of boat building tradition behind their wooden punts are in danger. Modern materials and the retreating number of old school builders are threatening the very survival of the humble wooden punt. The teams are not just in a race of endurance - they are in a race against time; to save the wooden boat building tradition from disappearing from the islands forever.

Director: Christopher Richardson
Genre: Documentary, Action
Runtime: 27 min
Release Date:

Screenplay

Cinematography: Jamie Lewis
Editing: Christopher Richardson
Production: Cranky Goat Entertainment
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

boat, race, rowing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Great Fogo Island Punt Race about?
On August 13th 2007, ten rowing teams from a clutch of islands in Atlantic Canada made history when they faced the open sea in the first race of its kind. But the centuries of boat building tradition behind their wooden punts are in danger. Modern materials and the retreating number of old school builders are threatening the very survival of the humble wooden punt. The teams are not just in a race of endurance - they are in a race against time; to save the wooden boat building tradition from disappearing from the islands forever.
Who directed The Great Fogo Island Punt Race?
The Great Fogo Island Punt Race was directed by Christopher Richardson.
How long is The Great Fogo Island Punt Race?
The Great Fogo Island Punt Race has a runtime of 27m (27 minutes).
What genre is The Great Fogo Island Punt Race?
The Great Fogo Island Punt Race is a Documentary, Action film.
Where was The Great Fogo Island Punt Race produced?
The Great Fogo Island Punt Race was produced in Canada.