Steel running through our veins

Steel running through our veins

★ 8.6IMDb Score
Released:2025-01-22
Duration:102 min
Country:Belgium
Director:Thierry Michel, Christine Pireaux
Actors:
Production:Les Films de la Passerelle

Overview:

« Steel running through our veins » immerses us in the world of Liège's steelworkers, revealing an exceptional industrial and human saga. This captivating documentary explores the destinies forged by iron and fire through personal testimonies and previously unseen archives spanning 50 years. It highlights the social struggles and resilience of a community in the face of economic challenges. More than just a reflection on the past, this essential film questions our present and future, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and collective memory.

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