The Blizzard of '49 (2015)

Storm of the Century

This one-hour documentary film tells the story of "Storm of the Century: The Blizzard of '49" - the worst series of storms in Wyoming's history. But for all the tragedy and loss, suffering and death, there was also hope and heroism, unselfish sacrifice and generosity. The blizzard brought out the best in people. Wyoming citizens from all walks of life cooperated together and demonstrated exceptional ingenuity in the face of dire circumstances. There were extraordinary acts of kindness, with people generously giving their time and resources. The public worked together to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles and ultimately won in the end.

Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 57 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Kyle Nicholoff
Editing: Mike Gualdoni
Production: WyomingPBS
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

wyoming, usa, natural disaster, stranded, blizzard, hardship, red cross, snowbound, air supply, snow plow

More Films in Genre: Documentary, History

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Blizzard of '49 about?
This one-hour documentary film tells the story of "Storm of the Century: The Blizzard of '49" - the worst series of storms in Wyoming's history. But for all the tragedy and loss, suffering and death, there was also hope and heroism, unselfish sacrifice and generosity. The blizzard brought out the best in people. Wyoming citizens from all walks of life cooperated together and demonstrated exceptional ingenuity in the face of dire circumstances. There were extraordinary acts of kindness, with people generously giving their time and resources. The public worked together to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles and ultimately won in the end.
Who stars in The Blizzard of '49?
The Blizzard of '49 stars James Woodill, Joel Kindle.
How long is The Blizzard of '49?
The Blizzard of '49 has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
What genre is The Blizzard of '49?
The Blizzard of '49 is a Documentary, History film.
Where was The Blizzard of '49 produced?
The Blizzard of '49 was produced in United States of America.