Project Detail

The High Price of Gold

Synopsis

The Democratic Republic of Congo is the most dangerous place on earth to be a woman. This intimate film captures testimonies from both women and children living in this mineral rich part of the region and also discovers a shameful truth, with images showing women slaving away in gold mines.

Details

Year
2012
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
17 mins 52 secs
Format
Apple pro res 422
Director
Ross Domoney
Producer
Ross Domoney, Diane Taylor
Editor
Ross Domoney, Diane Taylor
Screenwriter
Diane Taylor
Director of Photography
Ross Domoney
Production Designer
Ross Domoney
Sound
Ross Domoney
Journalism & research
Diane Taylor

Categories

Production Status

Sales Company

Rebekah Smith - film festival doctor

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