Smallpox Island
St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase (All Access)
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Documentary, PG
Three residents of Alton, Illinois, reckon with the legacy and impact of a tragic historical site with roots in their city. Meanwhile, a medium from out of town visits the site to see what she can learn from the energy of the land.
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