West Virginia, Still Home

West Virginia, Still Home (2013)

Featured as an Op-Doc for The New York Times.

Summary

McDowell County, situated in the coalfields of West Virginia, has experienced a great boom-and-bust since 1950. But despite the economic decline and population loss, many still call it home and feel a great sense of purpose among the mountains. Residents speak about their connection to this place and the meaning of "home."

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Production Kathleen Lingo Coordinating Producer
Production Jason Spingarn-Koff Producer
Editing Elaine McMillion Sheldon Editor
Sound Billy Wirasnik Sound Designer
Sound Lee Strauss Music
Production Elaine McMillion Sheldon Producer
Editing Sarah Ginsburg Assistant Editor
Production Lindsay Crouse Researcher
Directing Elaine McMillion Sheldon Director