Downeast is one man's journey of owning/operating one of the first U.S. lobster factories.

Downeast America ReFramed

Premiered January 21, 2014
Downeast

Set during an era of U.S. post-industrialization in which numerous factories have been exported, Downeast focuses on entrepreneur Antonio Bussone's journey of building and operating one of the first U.S. lobster factories, in the rural Maine village of Prospect Harbor.

About the Program

America ReFramed

America ReFramed brings to life compelling stories, personal voices and experiences that illuminate the contours of our ever-changing country. Since 2012, the series has premiered 170 films - more than half helmed by female makers and a third credited to BIPOC makers - centering stories of the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, the formerly incarcerated, veterans, immigrants and more.

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