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The Back-breaking Leaf

195929mTerence Macartney-Filgate
IMDb 8.5

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Here is a graphic picture of the tobacco harvest in southwestern Ontario. At the end of July, transient field workers move in for a brief bonanza when the plant is ripe. The tobacco harvesters call it "the back-breaking leaf."

Documentary
TobaccoOntario, CanadaHarvestField Work

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What is The Back-breaking Leaf (1959) about?

Here is a graphic picture of the tobacco harvest in southwestern Ontario. At the end of July, transient field workers move in for a brief bonanza when the plant is ripe. The tobacco harvesters call it "the back-breaking leaf."

Who stars in The Back-breaking Leaf?

The Back-breaking Leaf stars Stanley Jackson (Commentary). The film was directed by Terence Macartney-Filgate.

How long is The Back-breaking Leaf?

The Back-breaking Leaf has a runtime of 29 min and premiered in 1959.

Is The Back-breaking Leaf worth watching?

The Back-breaking Leaf holds an IMDb rating of 8.5/10. Fans of Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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