Down and Out in America
(1986)
December 1, 1986
(US)
•
Documentary, History
• 57m
Overview
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.
Keywords
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
Where to watch
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Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
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Revenue
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