Down and Out in America
The origins of homelessness.
1986 57 minutes
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.
1st December 1986
39 years ago
57 minutes
Finishes at 9:05pm
Won 1 Oscar. 2 wins total
7.2/10
66%
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