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Rebuilding Paradise

2020 · 1 h 28 min
Directed by Ron Howard · USA · American Independent Cinema
Documentary

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Cast

Woody Culleton Matt Gates Jerry Brown Gavin Newsom Marcus Nelson Krystle Young

Credits

Produced by: Sara Bernstein

Plot

​On November 8, 2018, a spark flew in the Sierra Nevada foothills, igniting the most destructive wildfire in California history and decimating the town of Paradise. Unfolding during the year after the fire, this is the story of the Paradise community as they begin to rebuild their lives.

Sinekatalog’s take

A moving documentary about a town's struggle to rise from the ashes of a disastrous fire. It follows real residents with compassion, a heartfelt and inspiring watch for anyone interested in resilience.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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Ratings

IMDb: 6.9 / 10 (779 votes)
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