The Man Who Digs for Fish (1979): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1979 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1979, The Man Who Digs for Fish is a dokumentarfilm film directed by Jack Long, running about 13 minutes.

What it’s about. Frank Jenkinson, eighty-two, has been digging for fish for twenty-five years. His unorthodox conservationist practices have increased the numbers of the salmon population in the Jarvis Inlet from a modest 500 to 25 000. Using a spade and accompanied by his dog, Frank wades up and down the stream, digging for the newly hatched salmon that lie buried in the gravel. Without his intervention they risk dying before reaching maturity.

Who’s in it. The Man Who Digs for Fish stars Frank Jenkinson as Self and Trevor Lautens as Narrator (voice).

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Man Who Digs for Fish sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

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Where can I watch The Man Who Digs for Fish (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man Who Digs for Fish change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Man Who Digs for Fish worth watching?
The Man Who Digs for Fish holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy dokumentarfilm. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Man Who Digs for Fish?
The Man Who Digs for Fish stars Frank Jenkinson and Trevor Lautens.
When was The Man Who Digs for Fish released?
The Man Who Digs for Fish was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 13 minutes.