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World Service,31 Aug 2015,49 mins

The 33: Chile's Rescued Miners

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On 5th August 2010 a mine collapse trapped 33 miners underground for 69 days. The dramatic story of their rescue was beamed round the world, and they became instant celebrities. Now a Hollywood film's been made about their story, The 33. So what's life been like for them since then? Reporter Jane Chambers in Chile has spoken to some of the miners, their families and those responsible for their rescue, including miner Omar Reygadas, and former President Sebastian Piñera. Presenter Jo Fidgen. (Picture:One of the 33 miners emerging from mine. Credit: Hugo Infante/AFP/Getty Images)

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