Ironeaters (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2007, Ironeaters is a documentary film directed by Shaheen Dill-Riaz, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Chittagong in southern Bangladesh is a graveyard for the West’s run-down or obsolete ships, massive vessels driven onto the beaches and left to be taken apart by hand using only the most basic tools. Poor farmers escaping the regular famine in the north of the country travel south to get work. Barefoot and with no masks or safety equipment, they work in the yards under incredibly dangerous conditions—razor-sharp metal hidden in the mud and sand, surrounded by poisonous chemicals.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Ironeaters has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ironeaters page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ironeaters (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ironeaters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ironeaters worth watching?
- Ironeaters holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Ironeaters released?
- Ironeaters was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.