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Nov 2021
47m 37s

Chilean Mine Collapse | No Escape | 2

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After exploring possible escape routes and finding them all blocked, the 33 miners must face the truth: They really are trapped, more than 2,000 feet underground. Now, they must stay disciplined and ration their emergency food and water supplies if they have any hope of survival. Meanwhile, on the surface, a rescue effort gets underway. Several drills be ... Show More
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