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Documentary on Fishermen's Struggles Premieres to Sold-Out Crowd

11/6/2025

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Kim Roderiques created the documentary The Hand That Holds the Line about commercial fishermen.
The 80-minute film features interviews with 25 fishers, including the Linnell family, and highlights the dangers of fishing and the community's bonds.
It premiered October 16 at the Chatham Orpheum Theater to a sold-out audience, with additional screenings already sold out.
Roderiques aims to submit the film to festivals and pursue more screenings.

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Story summary

Kim Roderiques created the documentary The Hand That Holds the Line about commercial fishermen.
The 80-minute film features interviews with 25 fishers, including the Linnell family, and highlights the dangers of fishing and the community's bonds.
It premiered October 16 at the Chatham Orpheum Theater to a sold-out audience, with additional screenings already sold out.
Roderiques aims to submit the film to festivals and pursue more screenings.