Movie

The Back-breaking Leaf

★ 9.5(2)195929m

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Good to know

Director: Terence Macartney-Filgate
Release date: 1959-01-02
Runtime: 29m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Canada
Studio: ONF | NFB

About The Back-breaking Leaf

The Back-breaking Leaf is a 1959 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Terence Macartney-Filgate, starring Stanley Jackson. It has a runtime of 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 9.5/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Back-breaking Leaf in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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."

Cast

Stanley Jackson

Commentary

Themes & keywords

tobaccoontario, canadaharvestfield work

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Back-breaking Leaf in South Africa?+

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Is The Back-breaking Leaf on Netflix?+

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How long is The Back-breaking Leaf?+

The Back-breaking Leaf has a runtime of 29 minutes (29 minutes).

Who stars in The Back-breaking Leaf?+

The Back-breaking Leaf stars Stanley Jackson.

When did The Back-breaking Leaf come out?+

The Back-breaking Leaf is a 1959 movie directed by Terence Macartney-Filgate.

What genre is The Back-breaking Leaf?+

The Back-breaking Leaf is Documentary film.

Who directed The Back-breaking Leaf?+

The Back-breaking Leaf was directed by Terence Macartney-Filgate.