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Down and Out in America

The origins of homelessness.

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1986-12-01
57m
English
Released
HBO

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The recession of the 1980s split the country into the haves and have-nots, from family farmers to factory workers and homeless people forced to live in decrepit welfare hotels. On the verge of losing everything, courageous Americans discover the power of community organizing to fight injustice.

#new york city#minnesota#recession#homelessness#american way of life#ronald reagan#los angeles, california#poverty#homeless shelter#unemployment#bankruptcy#foreclosure#farming community#woman director#farm crisis#1980s#unreliable government

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About Down and Out in America

The origins of homelessness.

The recession of the 1980s split the country into the haves and have-nots, from family farmers to factory workers and homeless people forced to live in decrepit welfare hotels. On the verge of losing everything, courageous Americans discover the power of community organizing to fight injustice. Running 57 minutes.

Down and Out in America Cast and Characters

The cast features Lee Grant (as Narrator (voice)). Their performances are a major reason Down and Out in America has built such a passionate audience.

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Down and Out in America runs for 57 minutes (about 1 hour).

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Down and Out in America holds a 6.8/10 rating based on 11 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of Down and Out in America?

The main cast includes Lee Grant.

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Down and Out in America was released in 1986.

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What is Down and Out in America about?

Down and Out in America is a Documentary/History English-language film. The recession of the 1980s split the country into the haves and have-nots, from family farmers to factory workers and homeless people forced to live in decrepit welfare hotels. On the verge of losing everything, courageous Americans discover the power of community organizing to fight injustice.

When was Down and Out in America released?

Down and Out in America was released on December 1, 1986. It has a runtime of 57m. The film was produced by HBO.

Who stars in Down and Out in America?

Down and Out in America stars Lee Grant. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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