The Broken Ground

The Broken Ground 2022 Directed by Liam Alexander

Underpaid. Undervalued. Underestimated.

Based on the book by Ned MacDonald comes this engaging feature documentary that explores the history of the Inverness Coal Mines. After an abundance of quality coal is discovered in a remote settlement on Cape Breton Island, wealthy foreign developers and miners arrive from across the world to extract the black gold from the depths. As the years continue, exploitation of the land and workers challenges the survival of Inverness Town and its people.

Country Canada

Language English

Spoken Language English

Gneres Documentary , History

Production Company Inverness Miners Museum

Budget $150,000

Release Date 25 July 2022

74 mins