Down and Out in America (1986)

12/01/1986 (US) • 57m

Documentary

The origins of homelessness.

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.

Top Billed Cast

Lee Grant

Narrator (voice)


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

new york city

minnesota

recession

homelessness

ronald reagan

los angeles, california

poverty

homeless shelter

woman director

1980s

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