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  • The Vital Earth (1973)
  • Short | 27 min | Documentary, Short
The Vital Earth (1973)
Short | 27 min | Documentary, Short
Looks at India as an example of the problems encountered by developing countries . The role of foreign aid is examined: in particular, the part played by British aid in India's development. The village of Rais Ser in Rajasthan illustrates ...See moreLooks at India as an example of the problems encountered by developing countries . The role of foreign aid is examined: in particular, the part played by British aid in India's development. The village of Rais Ser in Rajasthan illustrates the problems of water scarcity. Pump-driven wells and canals, new strains of wheat and grass, soil testing, fertilizers, tractors, cross breeding and training in farming techniques transform crop, cattle, sheep and buffalo farming. Written by Anonymous See less
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Director
Ian Morrison
Writer
John Moore (script)
Producer
L. Gordon Begg
Composer
John Scott
Cinematographers
W.F. Prowse | Ken Rodwell
Editor
Alan Morrison
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Updated Dec 31, 1973
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1973 (United Kingdom)

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