The Cheshire Transaction

"Corporate buyout of small town America"

A documentary about the purchase of the town of Cheshire, Ohio by AEP for $20 million dollars. The town is located in the shadow of a large AEP coal burning power plant. The residents, having been plagued by acid rain and respiratory problems are faced with two options: take the buyout or remain in a ghost town that was once classic small town America.

Release Date

September 1, 2004

Status

Released

Original Title

The Cheshire Transaction

Runtime

53min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English

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