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Down and Out in America

The origins of homelessness.

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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.

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Status
Released
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Language
English
  • new york city
  • minnesota
  • recession
  • homelessness
  • american way of life
  • ronald reagan
  • los angeles, california
  • poverty
  • homeless shelter
  • unemployment
  • bankruptcy
  • foreclosure

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Director

Lee Grant

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United States of America

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Release dates

  • United StatesUS

    • Theatrical1 Dec 1986

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Down and Out in America was released on 1 December 1986.

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