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Shipbuilder

What would drive a man to spend 10 years of his life building a ship in the middle of the prairie 17 miles (27 km) from the nearest body of water?

Documentary
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1985-01-01
6m
English
Released
ONF | NFB

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This film recreates the true story of Tom Sukanen, an eccentric Finnish immigrant who homesteaded in Saskatchewan in the 1920s and 1930s. Sukanen spent ten years building and moving overland a huge iron ship that was to carry him back to his native Finland. The ship never reached water.

#immigrant#canada#mental illness#farming#saskatchewan#prairies#eccentric man#transporting boat

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About Shipbuilder

What would drive a man to spend 10 years of his life building a ship in the middle of the prairie 17 miles (27 km) from the nearest body of water?

This film recreates the true story of Tom Sukanen, an eccentric Finnish immigrant who homesteaded in Saskatchewan in the 1920s and 1930s. Sukanen spent ten years building and moving overland a huge iron ship that was to carry him back to his native Finland. The ship never reached water. Running 6 minutes.

Shipbuilder Cast and Characters

The cast features Kristjana Gunnars (as Narrator), Galen Wahlmeier (as Tom Sukanen), and Sasha Konowal (as Little Girl). Their performances are a major reason Shipbuilder has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Shipbuilder

Shipbuilder flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch Shipbuilder online for free?

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How long is Shipbuilder?

Shipbuilder runs for 6 minutes (about 0.1 hour).

Is Shipbuilder good? What's the rating?

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Who is in the cast of Shipbuilder?

The main cast includes Kristjana Gunnars, Galen Wahlmeier, and Sasha Konowal.

Is Shipbuilder available in English?

Yes — Shipbuilder was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was Shipbuilder released?

Shipbuilder was released in 1985.

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Where can I watch Shipbuilder for free?

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What is Shipbuilder about?

Shipbuilder is a Documentary English-language film. This film recreates the true story of Tom Sukanen, an eccentric Finnish immigrant who homesteaded in Saskatchewan in the 1920s and 1930s. Sukanen spent ten years building and moving overland a huge iron ship that was to carry him back to his native Finland. The ship never reached water.

When was Shipbuilder released?

Shipbuilder was released on January 1, 1985. It has a runtime of 6m. The film was produced by ONF | NFB.

Who stars in Shipbuilder?

Shipbuilder stars Kristjana Gunnars, Galen Wahlmeier and Sasha Konowal. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Shipbuilder available in HD?

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