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The Merchant and the Teacher

Colin Low

1967 13 min

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This short film presents a discussion about the role of merchants on Fogo Island, and of the feasibility of cooperatives.

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This short film presents a discussion about the role of merchants on Fogo Island, and of the feasibility of cooperatives.

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Industry and Commerce

Media and Communication

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Credits

• director
  Colin Low
  
• producer
  John Kemeny
  
• photography
  Robert Humble
  
• editing
  Dennis Sawyer
  

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