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Down and Out in America (1986)

Movie"The origins of homelessness."
Audience Score
65
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NR 57 minDec 1st, 1986Documentary
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.
StarringLee Grant
DirectorLee Grant

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:December 1st, 1986
Original Language:English
Production Companies:HBO, Joseph Feury Productions, Karmic Release Productions, Hope Runs High Films
Movie Tags:
woman directornew york citylos angeles, california1980spovertyhomelessnessminnesotaronald reaganhomeless shelterrecession