Small Smoke at Blaze Creek (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 8

Released in 1971, Small Smoke at Blaze Creek is a documentary film directed by Michael J.F. Scott, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. Forest fire in mountainous British Columbia, as experienced by the men who must try to quench it from the air and at close quarters on the ground. Over half of fire outbreaks occur through carelessness, and this film affords a close, vivid view of the result: a whole mountainside turned into a searing, crackling holocaust until nothing remains but gray, desolate waste—mute reproach to all who travel or work in the forests.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Small Smoke at Blaze Creek sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Small Smoke at Blaze Creek page.
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- Where can I watch Small Smoke at Blaze Creek (1971)?
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- Is Small Smoke at Blaze Creek worth watching?
- Small Smoke at Blaze Creek holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Small Smoke at Blaze Creek released?
- Small Smoke at Blaze Creek was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.