Overview

This short Depression-era documentary describes the importance of the Mississippi River to the United States and laments the environmental destruction committed in the name of progress, particularly farming and timber practices and their impact on impoverished farmers.

Cast

Thomas Chalmers

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What is "The River" about?

This short Depression-era documentary describes the importance of the Mississippi River to the United States and laments the environmental destruction committed in the name of progress, particularly farming and timber practices and their impact on impoverished farmers.

When was "The River" released?

The River was released in 1938.

Who stars in "The River"?

The cast includes Thomas Chalmers.