Down and Out in America (1986)

Name: Down and Out in America
Genre: Documentary, History
Released: 1986-12-01
Duration: 57 min
Rating: 6.9

"The origins of homelessness."

Documentary History

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.

Duration

57 min

Rating

⭐ 6.9 / 10

Status

Released

Release Date

Dec 01, 1986

Languages

English

Production

HBO, Joseph Feury Productions, Karmic Release Productions, Hope Runs High Films